FARM HELP WORKER BEEF AND SHEEP AND CASH CROP OPERATION

We are searching for reliable, qualified, and ambitious individuals to work as Farm help worker on our family Beef and sheep operation.
We are in need of a full time Farm help worker (self manager) that can be loyal to the farm and operate the farm and care for the animals like they were theirs. Ideally you would be an experienced farm grown person that understands farm life. The position provides you with a house and living arrangements on-site at the farm location.
The farm owners (husband and wife and Kids) live across the road in a separate house.
The extra help is needed to ensure the smooth operation of our Beef/Cattle and Sheep Operation. The farm is expanding to provide other services such as custom service help and transportation and farmland clearing due to expansion plans. Landscaping and preparation of ground from capital expansion of barn will be needed.
The compensation package provides a great opportunity for an individual with some relevant experience who may like to live on a farm or in a rural area with no obligation as all utilities are covered (heat, hydro, internet, satellite TV).
Farm working hours may depend on weather and livestock schedule for example, calving and lambing season. At times this may mean weekends, evenings, or stat holidays as livestock care is 24/7. We do our best to be accommodating wherever possible however the nature of farming means we cannot offer a 9am-5pm position. Candidates seeking a strict 9 am to 5 pm work schedule are asked not to reply to this ad. Durung harvesting hay season you will work weekend its farming.
Work includes feeding animals regularly, daily chores, planting, cultivating and harvesting crops and gardening for commercial use. The candidate must have the ability to operate farm machinery and heavy equipment (i.e. tractor, harvester etc). heavy equipment includes and you may possibly be asked to use an excavator and dozer and dump truck which are all used on the farm. Physical work is also required such as cleaning pens, doing hay, fencing, assist with shearing sheep, moving cattle around, assisting them with birth and various other farm related tasks. Construction working experience is asset as building repair and maintenance may be required.
We would prefer someone with some farm or farm related experience. Honesty, honesty and honesty is a must. We are looking for an honest and ethical person who is not ashamed to admit they have no experience or don’t know how to do something or a specific task but is willing to learn and try their best. If your a story teeler or like to BS your esperiance and ability please please do the animal on the farm a favor do not apply.
Throughout the day you will have various tasks that need to be completed such as machinery or equipment repair or feeding animals. You will need to be able to be a self starter and manage your workload accordingly as the owners of the farm also own other businesses and are active in other businesses so will not be micro-managing your workload. Co workers are in the area for training and support and you’re a phone call away from a video call to explain and show. Your expected top report your daily activity and work as a team withmanagment and coworkers. must have a great personality pleasant to work with a team player.
The candidate will need to work independently and as a team, as we typically have a two person operation and currently have one young couple learning there way on the farm but you need to be a problem solver and have sound judgment as situations arise. Basic mechanical skills and construction skills are and will be considered as a big asset. Valid drivers licenses is a must as the company vehicle is provided (pick up truck, ATV, snowmobile, tractors, dozers, dump truck, excavators) are being used on the farm and cell phone are all tools needed for the work load. A “D” or “AZ” licenses would be considered an asset.
If you are an individual who cannot separate your social life from work, this job is not for you. Farming is a way of life, those that grew up or worked on a farm will understand the benefits and the commitment.
Our property is green and clean with nice walking trails and can be used for our own use with ski or skidoo and ATV, trails are in the bush, our creek Blue Sea Creek contains trout, our farm Blue Seal Farm has plenty of nice brook trout fishing we have great soil for our garden and plan on building this year a green house to have fresh vegetables year round for fruits we only have on the farm apple trees that can be sweetened with the honey from our bee hives.
This job is also a bit of a different lifestyle that most have never experienced. You are to help out and be responsible for keeping the yard, lawns and flower beds on all farm property clean. Safety training will be provided, and assistance will be available.
Biweekly salary compensation direct deposit to your bank account and will be negotiated based on experience and ability determined. Bonus is based on performance. Please note this Job is in Ontario and note that employment standard and obligation for farm are different from your standard employment. A full and detailed employment contract will be provided. please note the farm house is only available for employee if you terminate or lose your emploument you need to leave the premise.
We think it’s a unique experience and opportunity that we are providing. We will be picky with who we chose, and we are not looking for somebody who simply loves their horse and is looking to board them here. Even though it may be an option but you need to be able to do the work required. Individual personality and interest is a must and we will take our time and use our better judgment to see if you’re a fit. If you’re a big drinker and like to party all the time or smoke a little too much of what’s now has been legalized in Canada this job is not for you as you need to be able to respond to animal care on moments notice which may require you to operate machinery.
We are also looking for an individual for seasonal but with the possibility of long term hire for this position in the future in case the farm expands to what’s expected. Farming is a lifestyle, and we realize it may not be a fit for everyone but for those that choose it, you choose it because you love it. You will not be working around the clock, free time to enjoy life and spare time will be available as there is other employees on the farm but the applicant must understand the workday is often based on the weather forecast.
We think this is a great place to live away from the crazy city life and it’s pollution. Clear air fresh water and the beauty of nature is all around us.
The owner, his wife and two young children live on the farm across the road. We own about 560 acres and rent another 400 acres. We have about 150 head of cattle and 200 sheep. It is an active growing farm. Very nicely landscaped farm that needs to be cleaned up now a little. The farm does own an excavator, gravel truck to do lots of landscaping . Must be an animal lover that treats animals with care but understands they are farm animals and are raised for a purpose, still today most people are not vegetarian or vegan. We are looking into diversifying and changing on how we do business and not keep doing traditional cow calves operation to increase profitability.
This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is not afraid of a little hard work when the weather is nice and truly “wants” and “understands” what farm life all is about and all the rewards that come with it.
Please note the salary posted as option was given will be negotiated but the posted amount has a portion that reflects the value of a living residence and other benefits to be discussed.
See us on Facebook at Blue Seal Farm for some pictures and video of our operation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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Job Type: Permanent
Work Location: In perso

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