Our client is a modern, family oriented Dairy Farm, located near Dunnville, Ontario. They are growing and are now in search of an experienced and dedicated Dairy Farm Supervisor to join their team. This is the perfect opportunity for a career oriented individual that is looking for a position with more responsibility.
What you will do:
Daily managing of a modern dairy farm with 250 cattle.
Daily milking in a team oriented environment.
Monitoring of herd, stall cleaning, and bedding in order to provide excellent herd health.
Heat detection and breeding as well as vaccinations, and calving.
Regular cleaning and maintenance in order to ensure that all of the equipment is operating properly.
Operation of various farm machinery
Handling routine maintenance around the work area
Supervising other staff as needed
What you will need:
A minimum of ten years of direct experience as a Dairy Herdsperson
Must have a valid Class G Drivers License with a clean drivers abstract
Experience milking, treating, hoof trimming and feeding Dairy cattle
Above average attention to detail skills.
Ability to self-manage and solve problems as they arise.
Mechanical ability for small repairs.
Post secondary education in a related field is considered a strong asset
Experience Managing a Dairy operation is considered a strong asset but not required
Compensation:
$4500/month to start. Can negotiate an hourly wage if preferred
Two weeks of holidays each year to start
Every other weekend guaranteed off.
Benefits program provided after completion of probationary period
Modern and clean 3 bedroom home provided. (Utilities not included)