Shift pattern open to be discussed
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus bonus, dependent on experience
Accommodation is available depending on your circumstances
Essential criteria:
· years' experience working with Suckler Herds
· Shall be highly motivated and ambitious, willing to lead shaping the future of the beef enterprise
Our Farm
We have been operating our family farm since 1968. Originally a 560-acre arable farm, we have grown into a family-run group of companies in Farming, Machinery, Contracting, Hospitality, and Construction. Our 450-strong suckler herd has in recent years been transitioning to a Stabiliser maternal herd, although some continental and Angus cross cows remain. Our herd is grazed across 3,000 acres of conservation grazing, alongside a further 2,500 acres of arable made up of a mixture of tenanted and owned.
The farm is supported by a team of 5, and this position is a new role for the farm.
Your role
Roles and responsibilities will include:
Day-to-day management of the herd, ensuring high standards of welfare
Fertility management including AI, bull management and genetic selection.
Support the business owners with business strategies, profitability, maximising operational efficiency, and improving overall herd health status.
Record keeping and utilising genomics to maximise herd efficiency.
Treating and identifying illnesses and working with vets when needed
Implementing feeding programmes alongside the nutritionist.
Managing a small team, ensuring jobs are completed, and the farm is tidy and safe to operate
Requirements
Hold a full UK driving license
Have a UK Right to Work
You will be a hard working, honest, and reliable person
Capable of working on your own initiative
You will also be organised and self-motivated, with strong interpersonal communication skills, and be able to manage and work effectively with the farm team.
Benefits
£40,000 – £45,000 per annum based on experience
Open to discussing shift pattern
Accommodation available, dependent on your circumstances
We have a supportive team dynamic, and we are providing an opportunity to make the role your own and be part of a growing and progressive business.