Dairy Farm Manager – English

Blue Lynx Employment BV; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UAE is seeking an experienced Dairy Farm Manager to oversee operations in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing farm activities, ensuring cattle health, and implementing effective production procedures. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Animal Science and over 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, medical insurance, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

30 days paid annual leave

Gratuity pay-out

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Farm Manager or similar role.
• Knowledge of cattle breeding, nutrition, and health management practices.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities on the farm.
• Monitor health, breeding, and nutrition of the cattle herd.
• Implement quality control procedures for milk production.

Skills

Cattle breeding

Nutrition management

Health management practices

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Fluent in English

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in Dutch

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture

Job description

Description

Our client is a well-established consultancy firm based in the UAE, specialising in providing project management and other services, working on diverse projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure domains. The firm is known for its commitment to delivering sustainable and efficient solutions tailored to the needs of each client. It offers an engaging environment for professionals looking to contribute to large-scale urban development projects in the region.

They are now seeking an experienced and dedicated Dairy Farm Manager to join their team in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Job Profile forDairy Farm Manager
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Manage all the activities taking place on the farm
• Monitor and manage the health, breeding, and nutrition of the cattle herd
• Implement and oversee vaccination programs and disease prevention strategies
• Maintain accurate records of individual animal health and production data
• Assist junior staff in achieving goals
• Set work schedules for the employees
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures for all stages of milk production
• Develop and manage budgets for the cattle farm operation
• Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maximise profitability
• Plan and implement feeding programs to meet the nutritional needs of the animals
• Manage feed inventories, storage, and procurement
• Monitor and adjust feeding practices based on seasonal variations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to herd management, production, and farm operations

Candidate Profile forDairy Farm Manager

• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken. Arabic and Dutch fluency would be considered a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture or a related field
• 10+ years of experience as a Farm Manager or similar role
• Knowledge of cattle breeding, nutrition, and health management practices
• Knowledge of farm equipment operation and maintenance
• Familiarity with pasture management and rotational grazing techniques
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

What Our Client Offers

• Medical Insurance
• 30 days paid annual leave
• Gratuity pay-out

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