Farm Foreman (Livestock)

If you like working with animals, a sheep farm near Mahikeng has steady, long-term work. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

This post is Mahikeng-based, with most of your time spent at a sheep farm. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Milk cows in the parlour following the milking routine
• Follow biosecurity rules like foot baths and clean overalls
• Collect eggs or check broiler house temperatures
• Feed animals the right ration at the right time
• Help the vet with vaccinations and treatments
• Keep water troughs and drinkers working
• Move animals between camps or pens calmly

• Comfortable around large animals
• Able to live on the farm or close by
• Reliable, since animals depend on you
• Gentle and patient with animals

• Supervisory experience for foreman roles
• Previous dairy or livestock experience

• Farm housing on site
• Training in animal health
• Milk or meat rations
• Production bonus on milk yield or growth targets

• For foreman roles, mention how many workers you supervised and what you were in charge of.
• Stress reliability. Explain that you understand milking or feeding cannot be skipped.