Job description Herd Manager - Dorset An exciting opportunity for a Herd Manager to lead our Dairy Farm in Dorset has arisen.
Our Farm We are currently farming 350 acres with 160 cross-bred cows.
We are moving from a high-yield system to a grass-based, high-welfare farm.
Our cows yield 8,000 litres, and we supply Wyke Cheese with our milk.
We milk twice daily through a 16/32 herringbone and Autumn block calve.
Your Role You will be responsible for: - Day-to-day running of the dairy farm operation - managing the dairy, milking, and ensuring herd health and welfare is the top priority - Taking full responsibility for dry cow management, calving cows and colostrum protocols.
- Improving cow genetics and the breeding of the herd.
- Grazing and feed/forage management - Utilising data and maintaining records and compliance.
- Working closely with the farm owner and associates to strategise and budget plan.
- Collaborate with vets and other third parties.
- Undertake proactive management of health and safety standards across the farm estate.
- Ensuring the farm is kept tidy and safe to operate at all times - Farm machinery and general farm maintenance, including forage work.
Qualifications & Licenses required - A full UK Driving license.
- Proof of UK right to work - AI and Foot Trimming qualification is desired but not essential Your Requirements - Able to demonstrate strong herd management experience - Be able to work on their own initiative and stay motivated when alone working - Comfortable as a self-starter, who has a high attention to detail - Be a reliable, resourceful and genuine person The Benefits - 3-bedroom house on site.
- Every other weekend off with 1 day off in the week when working the weekend - £40,000 per annum - Working with a team of experienced farmers and consultants who will aid in your development - Autonomy over how you run your day-to-day operation Location The farm is situated near Beaminster with excellent schools, leisure, shops and pubs nearby.
Applications with a cover letter explaining why you would like to work on our farm as a Herd Manager will get preference.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00 per year JBRP1_UKTJ