Dairy Farm Manager - South West (near Swindon) - £50,000 + Accommodation + Progression

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Dairy Farm Manager to oversee operations at a progressive, organically certified dairy farm. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus accommodation, with responsibilities including herd management and farm operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in dairy farming and strong leadership skills in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Modern 3-bedroom house on-site

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing dairy or mixed farms.
• Understanding of organic farming systems.
• Practical knowledge of grassland rotations, breeding, and herd management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cropping, arable operations, grassland management.
• Responsible for herd health and performance.
• Plan herd replacements and assist with calf feeding.

Skills

Farm management

Leadership skills

Herd management

Organic farming systems

AI knowledge

Job description

Dairy Farm Manager - South West (near Swindon) - £50,000 + Accommodation + Progression

Job details

Posted: 18 June | Salary: £50,000 + Accommodation + Progression | Location: South West | Job type: Agriculture & Farm Services, Farming | Reference: GH

Job Description

We are recruiting a Dairy Farm Manager for a progressive and organically certified dairy and arable enterprise, home to Guernsey cows. The farm spans acres of grassland and 90 acres of arable land. The manager will lead all operational aspects with autonomy, working closely with a small team including a herdsman and tractor driver, ensuring high standards in livestock and land management.

The Role

• Farm & Land Management: Oversee cropping, arable operations, grassland management, manure application, hedge trimming, fencing, and field maintenance.
• Herd & Breeding Management: Responsible for herd health, performance, rationing, breeding programmes (AI experience preferred), and animal welfare.
• Youngstock Management: Oversee health and performance of calves, plan herd replacements, assist with calf feeding as needed.

The Package

• £50,000 base salary plus performance bonuses
• Modern 3-bedroom house on-site
• Supportive team environment and influence on farm direction

The Candidate

• Experience managing dairy or mixed farms
• Understanding of organic farming systems
• Practical knowledge of grassland rotations, breeding, and herd management
• Leadership skills and ability to work independently
• AI knowledge is advantageous