DAIRY FARM MANAGER

The Cowhill Trust Estate; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cowhill Trust Estate seeks a Dairy Farm Manager for its 500-acre property in Dumfries, Scotland. This permanent role involves running the farm, managing a herd of 350 Jersey cows, and enhancing agricultural practices. Benefits include a works vehicle, private health cover, and on-farm accommodation.

Benefits

Works Vehicle

Private Health Cover

Pension

On Farm Accommodation

Qualifications

• Experience in herd management is essential.
• Skills in grass and arable management required.
• Ability to maintain cattle records and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the farm.
• Manage all aspects of the dairy business.
• Produce excellent results while enhancing the farm environment.

Skills

Herd management

Grass management

Arable management

Job description

DAIRY FARM MANAGER

• Location: Dumfries, South West, Scotland
• Salary: Competitive based on experience
• Benefits: Works Vehicle, Private Health Cover, Pension
• Accommodation:On Farm
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Start Date: Flexible start date considered

The Cowhill Estate offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced farm manager or someone looking to take the next step in his or her career, to join us as a key member of the team.

About The Farm

This 500 acre farm is part of a large estate, with a stand-alone 350 cow Jersey herd currently milking twice a day.

The farm also grows some arable crops and is managed into the feeding regime.

Experience Required

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the farm, overseeing all aspects of the business. Experience in herd management is essential as are grass and arable management skills. In addition maintaining cattle records and cross compliance form an essential part of the role. We are looking for someone to produce excellent results whilst enhancing the farmed environment.

To apply please email your cv and covering letter to Jane Black at [e-mail]

To find out more about the role, please contact Davidson Thorburn on 07790 482798

Closing date for applications 25th June 2025

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