Work with Us

We are hiring for the 2026 season. If you are passionate about livestock and looking to build your future in agriculture, read on.

  • 20 hours/week
  • $17-$20+ per hour depending on experience
  • Duration: May 6 – October 31, 2024
  • Location: Rock’s End Farm, Farrellton, Quebec
  • Negotiable as to the hours per week and duration, depending on the person.

About the Position

As the Regenerative Grazing Assistant, one of your core responsibilities will be implementing the grazing rotation for our flock of 90 Icelandic ewes and their lambs. We use electric fencing and have pasture water pipeline set up in the majority of our fields. An ATV is available for use however you will also spend a good deal of time hiking steep or rocky areas to bring the animals to graze.

You will also help with other farm tasks, including but not limited to assisting with:

  • Implementing the grazing rotation for sheep & cattle
  • Fenceline management
  • Contribute to overall farm upkeep & cleanliness
  • Assisting with additional farm enterprises of pastured pork, pastured poultry, and horses
  • Assisting with animal care procedures including spring calving, lambing, shearing, etc
  • Hay harvest
  • Ecological enhancement & restoration projects on the farm
  • Cleaning out winter shelters
  • Loading/sorting animals for transport during butcher season
  • General farm maintenance and cleanup
  • Packing orders and managing inventory
  • Customer service at farmers’ markets, farm-gate sales, and on-farm events
  • Other tasks suited to you dependent upon your learning goals and previous skills and experience

This is a 20 hours per week, full-season position, but these terms can be adjusted to fit the right person.

Qualifications:

We are looking for somebody who:

  • Is a self-motivated, independent worker with a high level of personal integrity and a desire and the motivation to work hard and develop their skills in regenerative agriculture.
  • Has previous farming experience or directly relevant outdoor work experience
  • Possesses a high level of personal integrity, responsibility for self, and a strong work ethic.
  • Is capable of working independently for long periods of time.
  • Has transportation to/from the farm and valid drivers' license
  • Works safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Is prepared to work outside, on rugged terrain, in all weather conditions.
  • Has the ability to carry up to 60lbs.
  • Has great organizational and spatial visualization skills.
  • Works well in teams.

Please Note

Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Rock’s End Farm practices employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We embrace diversity in all its forms and commit to maintaining a work environment that is welcoming for all. 

To apply

Send your resume and cover letter by email, outlining why you would like to work for us and how you meet the qualifications to:

Erin Krekoski

erin@RocksEndFarm.ca