Employed or new farm relief worker
For you who work as a farm relief worker – or want to start.
Employed – or are you new?
As a farm relief worker you have an important role in Norwegian agriculture. Whether you are already employed or are thinking about starting as a farm relief worker, you should have a safe, orderly and good working relationship.
Valdres Landbrukstjenester SA follows you up through the whole employment. We help you with the information, agreements and practical questions you need, and we work with the farmer to make sure there are good routines at the workplace.
We help you with, among other things:
- employment contract, pay and working hours
- HSE, safety and good routines on the farm
- necessary training in work tasks and use of equipment
- insurance and other matters linked to the employment
- recording of hours and practical follow-up
- advice and help if questions or problems come up
Good communication between the farm relief worker, the farmer and VLT is important. If you are unsure about something, or need help, we want you to contact us as early as possible. Together we will find a solution.
Are you interested in working as a farm relief worker? Contact us for an informal talk about the possibilities.
Forms you need
- Agreement 2026-2027Agreement 2026-2027 Read in EnglishOpen
- Farm relief plan 2026Word, 18 kB, machine-translatedOpenRead on the website
- Farm relief plan 2027Word, 18 kB, machine-translatedOpenRead on the website
- InformationInformation about new collective agreement and back payment PDF, 64 kB, machine-translatedOpenRead on the website
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to become a farm relief worker?
You do not necessarily need long experience. We look for reliable and motivated people who like animals and practical work. Contact us, and together we will find out if this can suit you, and what training you may need.