Highly Paid Farm worker Jobs with Sponsorship – Abbotsford, BC

Lead a High-Performing Dairy Team in Abbotsford and Deliver Top-Quality Animal Care, Milking, and Breeding Operations
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Dairy Farm Workers Foreman/Woman
Employer: DRIESSEN DAIRY
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Wage: $22.00 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
Schedule: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
DRIESSEN DAIRY is hiring a Dairy Farm Workers Foreman/Woman to supervise daily dairy operations in Abbotsford, British Columbia. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced dairy professional who can coordinate farm staff, maintain strong animal welfare standards, and ensure milking, calving, health monitoring, and breeding programs run safely and efficiently. You will lead general farm workers, monitor animal health and calving, oversee milking routines for quality and hygiene, support breeding activities (including artificial insemination where required), and help ensure bio-security and safety procedures are followed every day. If you are organized, reliable, and confident leading a team in a demanding livestock environment, this is an excellent opportunity for stable, permanent full-time work with staff accommodation available.

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Or equivalent experience

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant dairy farm experience, including leadership or lead-hand responsibilities

Work Site Environment

• Dairy livestock environment
• Outdoors and indoor barn settings
• Dusty, hot, noisy conditions with strong odours
• Dangerous work environment requiring strict adherence to safety practices around animals and equipment

Work Setting

• Rural area
• Staff accommodation available (subject to availability and employer terms)

Area of Specialization

• Dairy cattle

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and other labourers, ensuring daily priorities are completed on schedule
• Supervise milking operations to ensure work is done correctly, hygienically, and consistently to quality standards
• Monitor the calving process and support calving management, including preparing areas and responding to issues promptly
• Monitor animal health daily; identify concerns early and coordinate appropriate action according to farm protocols
• Conduct artificial insemination and support breeding programs; oversee breeding and other livestock-related programs
• Perform spraying or shearing of livestock as required and ensure animal handling is humane and safe
• Disinfect pens, barns, and other livestock areas to maintain sanitation and reduce disease risk
• Clear and collect brush and debris from fields, pens, and other work areas to maintain a safe, organized farm environment
• Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed by all staff, including hygiene routines and controlled movement between animal areas
• Maintain clear communication with management regarding herd status, staffing needs, workflow, and operational issues
• Perform general farm duties as required, especially during peak workload periods and emergencies
• Support training and coaching of new workers to improve consistency, animal welfare, and productivity

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding work with a large workload and time-sensitive routines
• Combination of sitting, standing, and walking with extended time spent in barns and outdoor areas
• Attention to detail required for animal health monitoring, breeding, calving, and milking quality
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions and around livestock safely and confidently

Personal Suitability

• Organized with strong planning and ability to prioritize daily farm tasks
• Team player who leads respectfully and supports staff performance and morale
• Strong sense of responsibility for animal welfare, cleanliness, and quality standards
• Calm under pressure, especially during calving, health issues, or staffing challenges
• Reliable and consistent with attendance, shift readiness, and follow-through
• Good judgement and safety-first mindset around animals, machinery, and bio-security procedures
• Strong communication skills for directing workers and reporting issues clearly
• Detail-oriented with pride in well-run routines and clean, safe work areas

Benefits

• Parking available

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens
• Permanent residents of Canada
• Temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates eligible for LMIA sponsorship

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website