Dairy Herdsperson Dairy Herdsperson – South Ayrshire, Scotland - £35,000-£45,000 Accommodation The Job: A well established family-run dairy business in South Ayrshire is looking for a capable and trustworthy Dairy Herdsperson to take responsibility for the day to day management of a 200 cow Ayr calving flying herd, part of a wider 500-cow operation across two neighbouring units. This is a hands on role suited to someone confident around cows and comfortable taking responsibility for animal health, herd performance and daily routines. The business is supported by a dairy manager and a milker, with the farming family remaining closely involved and regularly present on farm. They are looking for someone dependable who can confidently maintain high standards of stockmanship and herd health. Key Responsibilities: - Milking - Feeding and general herd management - Grassland management - Calf rearing - Early detection and treatment of illness - Maintaining excellent animal welfare standards The Company: The farm is located close to Ayr and Prestwick, around 30 miles from Glasgow, and just a few miles from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, offering good transport links while still enjoying a rural setting. The Candidate: - Have solid experience managing or working closely with a dairy herd - Be honest, reliable and take pride in good stockmanship - Be able to work well within a team while also using their own initiative - Have strong attention to detail around animal health and performance - AI - Foot trimming - Tractor work (silage and slurry operations are carried out in-house using modern machinery) The Package: - Competitive salary - 3 bedroom cottage accommodation - Every other weekend off - Supportive team environment - Scenic but well connected location Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk. Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists® by registering on our website: www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. As a leading and esteemed recruitment agency specialising in the agriculture, food, horticulture, equestrian, animal health and rural sectors, Agricultural Recruitment Specialists® prioritise roles across sales, management, marketing, operations and technical and engineering fields, including international and senior-level positions within our specialised sectors. Our suite of services encompasses bespoke recruitment solutions, executive search, candidate profiling, knowledge sharing, targeted advertising and comprehensive recruitment support. To discover how we can assist in advancing your career or meeting your recruitment needs, please visit www.agriRS.com or contact our recruitment team on 01905 345 155 or on our international number: 0044 1905 345 155. We are renowned for connecting the finest talent throughout the world with the best brands and organisations.