Job Description
About the Role
The Farm Manager SA is seeking an experienced Herdsman to join our team on a commercial farm in South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily management of our dairy herd, ensuring their health, well-being, and productivity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with extensive experience working with dairy or livestock herds.
Key Responsibilities
- Feeding Management: Must accurately distribute Total Mixed Ration (TMR) or designated feed to each group.
- Monitoring Feed Intake: Required to monitor feed intake daily and report any refusals, reduced appetite, or feed issues immediately.
- Herd Movement: Must move cows efficiently and safely to and from the milking parlor without causing stress or injury.
- Isolating Sick Animals: Responsible for isolating sick, injured, or treated animals as directed by the paravet or veterinarian.
- Cleanliness and Hygiene: Must keep all cow pens, feeding areas, and walkways clean and well-maintained at all times.
- Ensuring Water Quality: Ensure water troughs are consistently clean and fully filled throughout the day.
- Health Observation and Reporting: Required to observe and identify signs of heat, illness, lameness, swelling, or abnormal behavior in the herd.
- Identifying and Grouping Cows: Must ensure all cows are properly tagged and tags are visible.
- Maintaining Accurate Records: Maintain accurate herd grouping based on production stage (e.g., fresh cows, dry cows, high yielders).
- Calf and Heifer Support: Must assist in daily feeding and care of calves, including cleaning of calf hutches.
Requirements
- Secondary school certificate: a diploma in animal husbandry or related field is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of dairy cow behaviour, health, and welfare.
- Knowledge of structured feeding systems such as Total Mixed Ration (TMR).
- Strong understanding and implementation of biosecurity, calf management, and herd grouping to support healthy and productive livestock.
- Exposure to well-established dairy systems, whether local or international, is a strong asset.
- Ability to read ear tags and maintain accurate herd records.
- Physically fit and capable of performing demanding farm duties.
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required for this position. However, prior leadership experience in supervising or coordinating herdsmen or livestock workers is highly advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.
How to Apply
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About Agriculture/Fisheries/Aquaculturist Jobs in South Africa
In South Africa, the Agriculture, Fisheries, and Aquaculture (AFA) sector is a significant contributor to the country’s economy, employing numerous individuals across various roles. Generally, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities in industries such as agriculture, fishing, aquaculture, and related sectors.
Typically, salaries for AFA professionals in South Africa vary widely depending on factors like experience, company size, industry sector, and specific role within the organisation. While broad ranges are difficult to provide due to these variations, a general indication is that entry-level positions can expect salaries ranging from around R200 000 to R300 000 per annum, with more senior roles potentially exceeding R600 000 or even R800 000.
Common skills required for AFA professionals include strong knowledge of agricultural practices, fisheries management, and aquaculture techniques. Additionally, many roles require excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as experience working in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with industry-specific software and technology is also becoming increasingly important. Other essential skills may include leadership abilities, project management expertise, and the capacity to work effectively within teams.
Agriculture, Fisheries, and Aquaculture professionals can find employment in various industries, including agricultural commodity production (e.g., grains, livestock), fishing and seafood processing, aquaculture (fish farming, etc.), and related sectors such as food processing, water management, or environmental services. The technology industry is also increasingly incorporating AFA expertise, particularly in areas like precision agriculture and sustainable fisheries management.
For those interested in pursuing a career in the AFA sector, there are several opportunities for development and advancement. Typically, entry-level positions can provide valuable experience and skills, while more senior roles offer leadership and management responsibilities. Higher education or specialized training can also be beneficial in progressing to specialist or executive positions.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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