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Livestock Handler (Cattle Feedlot)

How2Apply Talent Network

Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

R5 750 – R7 750/month

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Job Description

You'll feed, milk and care for animals on a dairy farm near Cape Town CBD, every day of the year. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is in Cape Town CBD (Western Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What your day looks like

Check animals for illness or injury and report to the manager
Follow biosecurity rules like foot baths and clean overalls
Feed animals the right ration at the right time
Move animals between camps or pens calmly
Keep water troughs and drinkers working
Collect eggs or check broiler house temperatures

Must-haves

Able to live on the farm or close by
Willing to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays on rotation
Comfortable around large animals
Gentle and patient with animals

Nice if you have

Basic farm maintenance skills
Supervisory experience for foreman roles
Previous dairy or livestock experience

On offer

Production bonus on milk yield or growth targets
Milk or meat rations
Training in animal health

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Cape Town CBD really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified identity document, any animal health course certificates plus references from previous farms.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Cape Town CBD; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

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