Dairy herdsperson

Philipsen Farm Ltd is situated in Lacombe, AB and is hiring a Dairy herdsperson to join the team. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. This role offers Permanent employment or Full time employment. Required shifts: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend.

Job Description

• The candidate must handle animals.
• The candidate must monitor the calving process.
• The candidate must monitor animal health.
• The candidate must assist in the development and implementation of farm safety and bio-security procedures.
• The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
• The candidate must formulate feeding programs.
• The candidate must maintain quality control and production records.
• The candidate must milk cows.
• The candidate must maintain accurate work records and logs.
• The candidate must perform general farm duties.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in a rural area; most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependents, including spouses, children, and parents.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

[email protected]

• Job reference number 20260726
• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?