Senior General Farm Worker – Mixed Livestock
📍 County Durham
🏠 Property Included
💷 Salary: £40,000
We are recruiting for a Senior General Farm Worker to join a mixed livestock farm based in County Durham. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced farm worker with strong tractor and machinery experience, offering a property included as part of the package.
The Role
You will take a senior, practical role in the day-to-day running of the farm, supporting livestock management, tractor work, and general farm operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Daily care and management of mixed livestock, including feeding, bedding, and health checks
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Operating tractors and farm machinery for feeding, fieldwork, and yard duties
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Carrying out routine tractor work such as towing, loading, and field operations
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Assisting with livestock handling, movements, and husbandry tasks
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Supporting seasonal work including silage, bedding, fencing, and maintenance
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Maintaining farm buildings, yards, and equipment to a high standard
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Identifying and reporting livestock health or machinery issues
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Working closely with the Farm Manager and wider team
Candidate Requirements
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Proven experience as a Senior or General Farm Worker
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Strong tractor driving experience essential
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Confident operating farm machinery safely and efficiently
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Experience working with mixed livestock
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Good understanding of animal welfare and on-farm health & safety
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Able to work independently and take responsibility
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Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, outdoor work
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Full driving licence preferred
What’s On Offer
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£40,000 salary
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Property included as part of the package
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Long-term, stable role within a mixed livestock operation