
- Middelburg
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Agriculture Environmental
- Reference: 2248188
Vacancy Details
Employer: Bright Placements
- Animal Care:
- Monitor the health and behavior of livestock, identifying signs of illness or distress.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as needed.
- Ensure livestock have access to clean water and feed.
- Feeding:
- Operate feed trucks or machinery to deliver feed to livestock.
- Mix and distribute feed rations according to feeding schedules and nutritional plans.
- Maintain accurate feeding records.
- Maintenance and Repairs:
- Maintain feedlot infrastructure, such as fences, gates, and water systems.
- Perform minor repairs on equipment and facilities to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Cleaning and Sanitation:
- Clean and sanitize pens, feeding areas, and water troughs to prevent the spread of disease.
- Remove manure and bedding as required.
- Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate records of livestock movements, treatments, feed intake, and health observations.
- Assist with inventory tracking for feed, medications, and supplies.
- Animal Handling:
- Assist with the movement of livestock, including sorting, loading, and unloading animals.
- Use safe and humane handling techniques.
- General Support:
- Assist with weighing and grading livestock.
- Support other feedlot staff during busy periods or special projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Skills
- Feedlot Management: 3 to 4 years
- Animal Care: 3 to 4 years
- Feeding: 3 to 4 years
Candidate Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- A background in agriculture, animal science, or a related field (preferred).
- Prior experience in livestock handling or feedlot operations (advantageous but not always required).
- Experience operating farm machinery such as tractors, loaders, and feed trucks.
- Animal Husbandry Knowledge:
- Understanding of livestock behavior, nutrition, and health.
- Ability to detect signs of illness and administer basic treatments.
- Mechanical Skills:
- Basic knowledge of operating and maintaining farm equipment.
- Ability to perform minor repairs.
- Physical Stamina:
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Capacity to lift heavy objects and perform manual labor.
- Attention to Detail:
- Accuracy in following feeding schedules and maintaining records.
- Awareness of biosecurity protocols and animal welfare standards.
- Communication and Teamwork:
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with other feedlot staff.
- Ability to follow instructions and report observations effectively.
- Passion for working with animals.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
- Willingness to work long hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by the job.
- A valid driver’s license (required for operating feedlot vehicles and equipment).
- Certification in animal health or first aid (preferred).
- Knowledge of safety standards and compliance with agricultural regulations.
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