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Dairy Farm Manager – High Performance Herd - Northern Ireland - County Derry / Londonderry - £45, + Accommodation Negotiable
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Posted 31 July Salary £35, – £45, per annum LocationLondonderry Job type Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services, AgriTech, Machinery & Engineering, Agronomy, Fertilisers, Crop Protection & Agrochemicals, Dairy, Farming ReferenceRS -
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Dairy Farm Manager
Dairy Farm Manager – High Performance Herd - Northern Ireland - County Derry / Londonderry - £45, + Accommodation Negotiable
The Job:
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Dairy Farm Manager to take a key leadership role on a forward-thinking, high-performing dairy farm in Northern Ireland.
This is a new position, created to support the continued growth and innovation of a pedigree Holstein herd. The role is ideal for someone looking to step into a trusted, hands-on leadership role, reporting directly to the farm owner and taking full operational responsibility for day-to-day herd and milking management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily milking operations (6am & 4.30pm), ensuring procedures are consistently followed
- Supervise and support part-time/relief staff
- Manage feeding, yard work, youngstock shed hygiene, and general herd health
- Ensure animal husbandry and welfare standards are upheld to the highest level
- Monitor and aim to improve milk yields.
- Assist with maintaining tidy, efficient sheds and a clean working environment
The Candidate:
- Experienced in Dairy Farming. They would also consider an Assistant Dairy Farm Manager or Dairy Herdsperson looking for their next step
- Calm, reliable and self-sufficient – someone who can be trusted to take initiative
- Hands-on, with a keen eye for detail and high standards of stockmanship
- Comfortable leading small teams and taking responsibility
- Passion for progressive dairy farming and willingness to maintain a high-performing system
The Package:
- £35, – £45, per annum, depending on experience
- Accommodation possible (e.g. mobile home – negotiable)
- All usual benefits and strong scope for personal and professional development
- A supportive, modern working environment with well-maintained facilities