Livestock Officer

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Meals provided

Health insurance

Training opportunities

Bonuses potential

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Livestock Officer for our client near Welkom in the Free State. You will manage feeding programs, monitor health, and oversee breeding, with on-site accommodation and meals provided.

Experience in livestock management and a commitment to welfare standards are essential. This role offers a stable farm-based career with health insurance and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in livestock management with cattle, sheep, or poultry.
• Knowledge of animal nutrition, reproduction, and common diseases.
• Ability to perform basic animal health assessments and treatments.
• Physically fit to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Implement feeding schedules and nutritional programs for all livestock.
• Monitor animal health daily and alert veterinarians as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity of housing facilities and surrounding areas.
• Oversee breeding programs for optimal conception rates and herd health.
• Assist in record-keeping for births, deaths, vaccinations, and treatments.
• Supervise and train farmhands on proper animal handling and care protocols.

Skills

Livestock management

Animal nutrition

Animal reproduction

Health assessment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Livestock Officer to manage and oversee their animal husbandry operations near Welkom. This role is essential for ensuring the health, welfare, and productivity of the farm's livestock. You will be responsible for implementing feeding programs, monitoring animal health, maintaining farm facilities, and ensuring efficient breeding practices. The ideal candidate will have practical experience in livestock management, a strong understanding of animal welfare standards, and the ability to work effectively with farmhands. This position offers a vital role in the agricultural sector of the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage feeding schedules and nutritional programs for all livestock.
• Monitor animal health daily, identify signs of illness or distress, and administer basic treatments or alert veterinarians.
• Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity of animal housing facilities and surrounding areas.
• Oversee breeding programs, ensuring optimal conception rates and herd/flock health.
• Assist in record-keeping for births, deaths, vaccinations, and treatments.
• Supervise and train farmhands on proper animal handling techniques and care protocols.

Requirements

• Experience in livestock management, with a focus on cattle, sheep, or poultry, depending on farm specialization.
• Knowledge of animal nutrition, reproduction, and common diseases.
• Ability to perform basic animal health assessments and administer treatments.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions in Welkom.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with a team.
• A commitment to high standards of animal welfare and farm safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• On-site accommodation and meals.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Training opportunities in advanced livestock management techniques.
• A stable and rewarding career in agriculture within the Free State.