Summer Student – Livestock & Farm Labourer

About Us

Acton’s Lower Shannon Farms is a diverse, hands-on farm operation with a strong focus on teamwork, learning, and maintaining a positive work environment. Our farm includes a mix of livestock, greenhouse production, and retail operations, offering a well-rounded and engaging summer work experience.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Summer Student to join our team as a Livestock & Farm Labourer. This role is primarily focused on animal care and general farm work, with additional responsibilities supporting groundskeeping, greenhouse tasks, and occasional help on the retail side of the farm.

This is a physically active, outdoor position ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals and wants to gain practical agricultural experience.

Key Responsibilities

Livestock Care

• Assist with daily care of sheep, pygmy goats, highland cows, chickens, ponies, and donkeys
• Feeding, watering, cleaning enclosures, and general animal husbandry tasks
• Monitor animal health and report concerns to supervisors

Farm & Groundskeeping

• Perform yard work including lawn care, gardening, tilling, planting, and general upkeep
• Assist with fence repairs and property maintenance

Greenhouse Support

• Help with planting, watering, pruning, and maintaining plant health

Equipment Operation

• Operate small farm equipment in a safe and controlled manner (training provided)

Retail Support (Occasional)

• Assist customers and support retail operations during busy periods

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with a variety of livestock
• Practical skills in farm maintenance and greenhouse operations
• Exposure to small equipment operation
• A well-rounded understanding of day-to-day farm operations

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physical, outdoor work
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and repetitive physical tasks
• Comfortable working with animals or eager to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Previous farm or livestock experience is an asset but not required

Additional Details

• Potential for extension and/or part-time fall hours for candidates studying or living locally
• A great opportunity for students interested in agriculture, animal care, or outdoor work

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief statement of interest outlining your experience or interest in farm work.

Join us for a rewarding summer working outdoors, caring for animals, and building valuable hands-on skills!

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits

• Discounted or free food
• Store discount

Work Location: In person