Company Overview
AJ & RG Barber Ltd, established in 1833, is the oldest surviving cheddar-maker in the world. We are dedicated to producing the finest farmhouse cheddar using high-quality West Country milk sourced from local farms.
Summary
We are seeking a Heifer Rearing Unit Assistant to join our team in Somerset. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the development of young stock. Ensuring their health and welfare is maintained enabling them to enter the herd or be placed for sale.
Responsibilities
* Assist in daily checking of young stock in the fields/sheds to ensure that they are in good health and have adequate supply of food and water.
* Assist with bedding and scrapping tasks
* Assist with all young stock related tasks as directed
* Assist with animal husbandry and welfare tasks as directed
* Maintenance of all machinery and equipment
* Training/Qualifications/Skills/Aptitude
* Willingness to learn and work in a young stock environment
* Passionate and a Strong commitment to the job
* Ability to work effectively in a team environment
* Good communication skills and a sense of humour
* Full Driving Licence
* Previous experience in agriculture, livestock or young stock desirable, however training will be provided
* Familiarity with all farming aspects desirable
* Experience of driving a tractor desirable, however training will be provided
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,875.20 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Shepton Mallet BA4 6PR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Previous experience in agriculture, livestock or young stock desirable?
Language:
* English fluently (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Full Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Shepton Mallet BA4 6PR (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HRU Assistant