Cattle Foreman

at  Kolk Farms Ltd

Kolk Farms Ltd. is actively seeking a qualified Cattle Foreman to join our team!

SKILLS:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to commute to work.
• Knowledge of cattle health, behavior, and effective stockmanship.
• Experience with herd management, treatment protocols, and implanting processes.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage daily schedules, and coordinate team efforts efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail for tracking cattle movements, health records, and inventory.
• Clear, professional communication with staff, management, veterinarians, and truck drivers.
• Ability to document and report issues promptly and accurately.
• Ability to identify and address health concerns, pen conditions, or logistical challenges.
• Capacity to identify and implement process improvements.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Flexibility to adjust plans based on shifting priorities, staffing needs, or unexpected challenges.
• Knowledge of ordering, storing, and monitoring veterinary supplies and medications.
  Schedule: 11 days on, 3 days off

• Leadership & Reporting: Attend manager meetings, share written reports, and contribute to process improvements. Address staff concerns and promote a productive work environment.
• Willingness to Learn and Grow: Willingness to take care of the team and the cattle, willingness to work with management.
• Cattle Management: Oversee pen moves, daily pen checks, cattle health, and ensure proper feed and water access. Coordinate receiving and shipping of cattle, including tracking and communicating data accurately.
• Herd Health: Manage hospital pens, treatment, and humane care of animals. Communicate with veterinarians and handle reporting for deceased animals. Ensure timely processing and implanting of new cattle.
• Facility Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness of barns, pens, and water bowls. Report and coordinate repairs for broken equipment or poor pen conditions.
• Inventory Management: Order and organize medications and supplies. Monitor inventory to prevent expiration and report issues with costly items.
• Team Coordination: Schedule and delegate tasks for feed and cattle staff, approve time-off requests, and provide training on best practices. Communicate staffing needs and collaborate across teams to optimize resources.