ORGANIC FARM WORKER – LIVESTOCK (BEEF CATTLE)
Osprey Organics – Paige Farm
427447 8th Concession A, Flesherton, ON, N0C 1E0
Osprey Organics is currently hiring two (2) Organic Farm Workers – Livestock (Beef Cattle) (NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers) to support daily operations on our organic farm. These are full-time, permanent positions that are ideal for individuals who enjoy working with livestock and are comfortable with physically demanding work, including the daily care and management of beef cattle, feeding, animal health monitoring, livestock handling, and maintaining clean and safe livestock facilities. Previous livestock or beef cattle experience is required.
Position Details:
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Wage: $17.60 per hour
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Hours: 40 hours per week
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Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
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Schedule: Early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
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Start Date: As soon as possible
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Vacancies: 2
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Work Location: On site (no remote work option)
Key Responsibilities:
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Feed and provide fresh water to beef cattle according to established schedules.
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Monitor cattle daily for health, injury, stress, behaviour, condition, feed intake, and overall well-being.
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Assist with identifying and treating common health issues, vaccinations, medications, health checks, and basic animal care under supervision.
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Assist with breeding programs and monitor cattle during breeding, calving, and other livestock activities; maintain accurate records.
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Safely and humanely handle, sort, load, unload, and move cattle.
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Clean and maintain barns, pens, stables, barnyards, feeding areas, livestock equipment, bedding, and sanitation areas, including manure removal.
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Operate and maintain basic farm tools and equipment.
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Assist with fencing, gates, water systems, feeding equipment, and general farm maintenance.
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Prepare livestock areas for changing weather and seasonal conditions.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
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Follow organic farming practices, animal-welfare standards, workplace safety procedures, and environmental guidelines.
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Perform other general farm duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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No degree, certificate, or diploma required.
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2–3 years of relevant livestock, agricultural, or beef cattle experience.
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Experience with livestock feeding, animal health, breeding, and barn/facility maintenance is an asset.
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Knowledge of safe and humane livestock handling and animal-care procedures.
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Able to follow instructions and established procedures.
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Flexible to work hours based on livestock and farm needs, including outdoors in all weather conditions.
Work Environment & Conditions:
This role is based on a rural organic farm and involves exposure to a variety of environmental conditions, including heat, cold, dust, moisture, odours, and confined spaces. Work is physically demanding and includes repetitive tasks, heavy lifting, bending, crouching, and standing for extended periods in all weather conditions.
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly wage
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Health benefits including dental, vision, and extended health care
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Travel insurance and wellness program
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Free on-site parking
Personal Attributes:
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Reliable, dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
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Flexible, adaptable, and able to learn quickly.
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Good judgment and decision-making skills.
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Able to work independently.
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Strong work ethic and commitment to animal welfare.
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Safety-conscious.
The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Apply
If you are interested in the position, and meet all of our qualifications, please send a copy of your resume and cover letter to
[email protected]. Your cover letter must specify how you meet the requirements of the position and confirm if you are legally authorized to work in Canada. Youth applicants are welcome to apply.
Company
Osprey Organics (2137569 Ontario Inc.)
485387 30th Sideroad, Dufferin County 11
Shelburne, ON
L9V 3N5
Please let Osprey Organics know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Osprey Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.
Note to Recruiting Agencies
Osprey Organics does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Osprey Organics recruitment.
