Overview
Working with the Farm Owner and senior team, this is an exciting opportunity for a Dairy Manager to establish themselves within the business and drive the dairy forward. Roles and responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities
* Day-to-day running of the dairy farm operation - managing the dairy, milking, feed management and ensuring herd health and welfare is the top priority
* Liaise with the farm owner to achieve agreed KPIs, financial budgets, and breeding targets. Regularly reviewing animal records and performance
* Overall staff management of all staff members and contractors, including weekly staff rotas, training, and recruitment. Ensuring protocols and standards are met
* Leading the Herd Health Plans and standard operating procedures relating to calf rearing, including vaccination plans, vet recommendations and associated protocols related to animal health
* Taking the lead on utilising data provided by Uniform and heat detection collars to aid high animal welfare and fertility
* Monitoring and measuring lameness, feeding operations and calf growth rates
* Maintain and build strong working relationships with third-party visitors, including consultants, vets, auditors and nutritionists
* Undertake proactive management of health and safety standards across the farm estate.
* Working closely with the Farm Owner to develop the strategy for the farm
* Ensuring the farm is kept tidy and safe to operate at all times
* Farm machinery and general farm maintenance
* Have experience in leading a large team on a day-to-day basis to achieve agreed targets
* Possess a strong ability to communicate effectively with team members
* Have excellent animal handling and husbandry skills
* Possess knowledge of fertility, nutrition, milk quality and farm audits
* Demonstrate a desire to develop your skills and grow with the business
* Overall, a reliable and genuine person who is invested in moving the farm forward
* AI qualification and knowledge of breeding
* A full UK Driving license
* Proof of UK right to work
* Flexible working rota that can be adjusted depending on your circumstances
* KPI based bonus scheme
Salary and Benefits
* £60,000 - £70,000 per year. Depending on your experience
* Different accommodation options are available depending on your requirements
* An opportunity to make this role your own and progress the business forward
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