Dairy Farm Foreman - Devon

Real Success; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading farming operation in West Devon is seeking a team leader for its livestock and forage production. This role involves efficient management of daily operations, leading staff, and maintaining farm infrastructure. Offering a competitive salary of £35k-45k, accommodation options available depending on circumstances.

Benefits

Accommodation available

Training and development opportunities

Farm Vehicle provided

Opportunity to be part of a well-invested estate

Qualifications

• Formal agricultural qualification required.
• Experienced in leading staff and contractors.
• Excellent communicator with high organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading a small team in a multisite farming business.
• Overseeing the day-to-day needs of livestock enterprises.
• Implementing Health and Safety policies and maintenance.

Skills

Livestock and forage production systems

Farm mechanisation

Leadership

Communication

Organization and recording skills

Education

Degree / Diploma in Agriculture

Tools

Machinery and GPS systems

Telehandler

Job description

Accommodation is available, dependent on circumstances

35k to 45k, depending on experience

Full-time.

Essential Criteria:

· Experienced in livestock and forage production systems and farm mechanisation

· Formal agricultural qualification e.g. Degree / Diploma Agriculture

Note - You will be working for the farm, not through REAL Success

Our Farm

We are an “in hand” home farming business operating on an estate in West Devon, bordering Dartmoor National Park. Our business comprises of 3 dairy units and 3 additional arable, beef and youngstock units, set across 800 hectares. Our cows are grass-based and treated with the highest standard of welfare. The arable and crop production supports our farm and livestock; however, we are keen to continue diversifying and reinvesting in our soils and crop plans. We have 11 staff members supporting our farm operation, and this position is a new and exciting role in our team.

Your role

· Leading a small team to work efficiently in a multisite business

· Liaising with Farm and Herd Managers to service the day-to-day needs of the livestock enterprises

· Maintenance, repair, and replacement of a small fleet of modern machinery

· Production of quality forage, crop nutrition and soil health

· Establishing crop plans

· Organising contractors for forage production and ensiling

· Implementing Health and Safety Policy and providing a safe working environment

· Overseeing the maintenance of farm infrastructure, including buildings, fences, and water supply.

· UK Driving Licence and UK Right to Work

· A Telehandler license is preferred

· Formal agricultural qualification e.g. Degree / Diploma, Facts, Basis

· Experienced in leading staff and contractors.

· Experienced in growing and managing a variety of forage crops

· Knowledge of Machinery and GPS systems

· PA1 and PA2 tickets preferred however, training can be provided

· Excellent communicator with high organisation and recording skills

· £35,000 - £45,000 per annum dependent on experience

· Accommodation available depending on your circumstances

· Farm Vehicle.

· Training and development opportunities

· Opportunity to be part of a well-invested estate