- Namibia
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Agriculture FMCG
- Reference: copy-2090770
Vacancy Details
Employer: Ohlthaver List Group (O&L Group)
- Draw up and implement a cleaning program for the calf house to maintain good hygiene and conducive work environment for calf rearing.
- Make all arrangements regarding the taking of blood samples and supervise the process to ensure that procedures are followed.
- Check that all standard operating procedures regarding milk provision and treatment of calves/ heifers are adhered to.
- Observe heifers for early and accurate detection of coming on heat signs and verify against the insemination list to determine which cows to inseminate.
- Daily observation and identification of sick calves and treating according to set protocols.
- Inspect and report on the condition of cow, heifer and calf houses regarding shading, availability of feed and water, structures, feeding lanes, manure lanes, manure pits and bedding in order to ensure herd comfort at all times.
- Daily observation and identification of sick calves and treating according to set protocols.
- Continuously train and coach calf house team on vaccination and treatment protocols and ensure consistent and clear record keeping.
- Verify stock received against delivery notes, record in the stock receipt register and report differences to the Herd Administrator.
- Responsible for all data capturing and reporting on Afikim in the absence of the Herd Administrator.
- Supervise and direct subordinates according to work processes on a daily basis.
- Adhere and ensure adherence to the care and maintenance procedures and services schedules through random inspection of check lists for all equipment.
- Overall responsible to ensure that good housekeeping practices are adhered to in line with environmental and occupational health policy and guidelines through regular inspections.
- Liaise with farm vet daily regarding herd health issues.
- Ensure up to date resignation of all newborns on NAMLITS system and timely capturing of permits when selling calves.
Required Skills
- Dairy Processing
- Dairy Farming
Candidate Requirements
- A degree in Agriculture specialized in animal science.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a dairy farm or similar environment.
- Cobe B Driver’s Licence
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