Western started in 1958 and has grown to a standing capacity of 100,000 head. Today’s business operations also consist of a number of ancillary business units including commodity trading, finance, production research, software development, cattle management services, trucking and more.

Western is recognized internationally for leadership in development of production, management and marketing strategies.  For implementation of leading edge technologies and production systems, Western’s 120+ employees are rich with advanced science, production and agribusiness credentials and find Western a rewarding, professional career choice.

We offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package and offer growth and development of our employees. 
If you value a respectful, proud, team orientated environment within a very unique "Western Culture", we encourage you to consider the following career opportunities:

 Management Positions

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General Manager of Cattle Production (GMCp) 

Western is looking for a General Manager of Cattle Production that has a combination of education, experience and demonstrated ability in:

Leadership:
The ability to select, motivate, manage and coordinate cattle department staff performance using a strategic and structured staff management system that results in high levels of employee satisfaction and job performance whilst delivering on corporate goals and objectives. All skills of communication, team building, motivation and more are critical to this area of responsibility.
 
Business Skills:
A background of feedlot cattle production expertise developed from education and past hands-on experience in managing operational units and utilization of advanced cattle production technologies and systems,  all the while utilizing knowledge gained from education and training in managing a larger, often complex business unit.

Strategic Skills:
The planning, organizing and implementation of a departmental business plan which fits into the overall corporate plan. This involves strategic capabilities in the areas of planning, budgeting, execution, monitoring, performance assessment, staff training and more in a heavily data-based environment are needed. Understanding the management and application of research projects and data analytics are key skills in this knowledge-driven systrem.

Although successful GM’s will be provided with training and support they require to develop their skills for the position, a minimum of BSc and 5 years related industry experience in intensified animal production is required. Familiarity with the Canadian cattle industry structure, issues and history would be considered an asset but not crucial . This is a professional position with significant opportunity for responsibility, growth and development.

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Production Positions 

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Feedlot Processors – High River (2 positions) 

Requirements: 

We are seeking individuals that enjoy a fast paced environment, team approach, have good attention to detail and a desire to work with cattle safely, humanely & efficiently.  Training will be provided and you will learn how to process incoming cattle, re-implant, vaccinate, weight sort and perform other tasks as required.   We have new “state of the art” processing facilities.  This is an excellent learning opportunity within the feedlot/cattle industry

High School Graduation; some computer skills.

Alberta Agriculture's Green Certification would be an asset.