Career Opportunities: Unit Herdsman (Farming)📣 Job Ad

About Almarai

Founded in 1977, Almarai Company is recognized as the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and a leading food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the MENA region. Headquartered in Riyadh, Almarai is ranked as the number one FMCG Brand in MENA and holds a market leadership position across its categories in GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. The company has sustained growth for over five decades, providing nutritious products under more than 20 brands, including Almarai, L’usine, and ALYOUM. Almarai employs over 43,000 professionals across the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan, and reported net income of SAR billion on sales of SAR 22 billion in 2025.

The Opportunity: Unit Herdsman

Almarai is seeking a Unit Herdsman to join its team in Hail. This full-time role is essential for contributing to farm operations, specifically in planning, budgeting, and maintaining high standards of animal husbandry within the designated area of responsibility. The position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and budgeting processes for farm operations.
• Perform various farm work tasks, with a specific focus on the area of responsibility.
• Ensure the application of high standards in animal husbandry practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• A diploma in animal husbandry is required.
• Three years of experience in a similar role within a large, fully automated Poultry/Meat Processing Plant.
• Three to four years of experience in stockmanship and leadership roles.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated strong leadership abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Capability to make informed decisions.
• A fast learner, open to training in new areas.

Compensation and Benefits

Almarai offers a competitive remuneration package, which includes generous leave, medical coverage, and a discretionary bonus. The company is committed to training and development for its employees.