Job Description:

Job Type: Full-time, Term or Contract

Wage: $23.00/hour, 30–55 hours per week

Vacancies: 2

Start Date: May 13, 2026

End Date: May 13, 2027

Overview

Languages: English

Education: College/CEGEP (1–2 years) or equivalent experience

Experience: Experience in farming, livestock, poultry operations, or supervisory roles is an asset. Training will be provided as necessary.

Work Environment
Poultry (broiler/meat-type chicken) farming

Livestock

Dusty, hot, noisy, odorous conditions

Work Conditions and Physical Demands
Physically demanding

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Large workload

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily poultry barn operations
• Handle animals and monitor animal health
• Implement and follow farm safety and bio-security procedures
• Train and oversee farm workers
• Maintain work records and logs
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Perform general farm duties as required

Security & Safety
Criminal record check

Equipment / Tools
Must provide own steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability
Organized

Team player

Benefits
Health care plan

Free parking available

On-site housing options

Employment Groups

We promote equal employment opportunities for all applicants, including:

Newcomers to Canada (Canadian work experience not required)

Youth (on-the-job training tailored to youth available)

How to Apply

By email: vangoudswaardfarms@gmail.com

When applying, please include:
Resume

Cover letter

References attesting to experience

Job Requirements:

Physically demanding – must be able to lift, carry, and move equipment or materials, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Attention to detail – required for monitoring animal health, maintaining logs, and following strict biosecurity and safety protocols.

Large workload – ability to manage multiple responsibilities such as supervising staff, caring for livestock, and completing operational tasks efficiently.

Organized – strong record-keeping and time management skills to ensure farm activities run smoothly and meet production deadlines.

Team player – works well with others, able to collaborate with farm staff and management to achieve operational goals.

Must supply own steel-toed safety boots – personal protective equipment is necessary to meet farm safety requirements.

Job Criteria:

Start Date: May 13, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Benefits:

Health/Dental Benefits, Other Benefits