Livestock Handler (Cattle Feedlot) – Entry Level

Animals do not take weekends off, and a piggery near Secunda needs caring, reliable hands. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Feed animals the right ration at the right time
• Follow biosecurity rules like foot baths and clean overalls
• Milk cows in the parlour following the milking routine
• Check animals for illness or injury and report to the manager
• Record births, deaths and treatments in the herd book

• Willing to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays on rotation
• Reliable, since animals depend on you
• South African ID or a legal work permit
• Gentle and patient with animals
• Comfortable around large animals

• Supervisory experience for foreman roles
• Basic farm maintenance skills

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

• Stress reliability. Explain that you understand milking or feeding cannot be skipped.
• Say which animals you have worked with and for how long. Farmers want someone who already knows the routine.