Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English

Experience 1 to less than 7 months

Specific Skills Monitoring animal health

Equipment and Machinery Experience Feeding and watering system

Additional Skills

Perform general farm duties; Maintain work records and logs

Area of Specialization Swine

Type of Farm Operations Hog and pig farming; Hog management

Security and Safety Driver's validity licence check

Own Tools/Equipment Safety equipment/gear

Work Site Environment Noisy; Odours; Dusty

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Location Information Rural area

Farm Supervisors Specific Skills

Maintain quality control and production records; Supervise and oversee breeding and other livestock-related programs; Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed

Specialized Livestock Workers Specific Skills

Recognize and treat certain livestock health problems; Maintain livestock performance records; Handling animals; Processing pig litters; Weaning

Personal Suitability

Team player; Excellent oral communication; Organized