Cattle Foreman

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

**About the Company**

We are an agricultural operation that strives to profitably and efficiently produce healthy, wholesome beef in an environment that fosters safe, enjoyable and satisfying work for family, staff and local community while encouraging animal welfare, environmental and economic sustainable practices. We value our employees even more than the delicious beef we produce. Our goal is to hire and retain the best employees. We view the workplace as a place to be able to grow, learn, laugh and be productive. We as a farm encourage and commit to continual and professional growth opportunities for our team.

**Key Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to)**:

- **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.

**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 logístical 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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match