Dairy Farm Technician — Robotic Herd Care

Farminguk; Wales; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Farminguk in Wales is seeking an enthusiastic all-rounder to join our small team on an organic dairy unit that is fully robotic. There is no milking by hand; you will work closely with cows and youngstock, taking care of day-to-day routines and routines associated with an organic herd.

Every other weekend off and statutory holidays apply. Duties include robot and equipment maintenance, calf rearing, grazing management, and accurate record keeping, with tractor tasks during busy seasons.

Qualifications

• Experience in dairy farming and with milking robots is desirable.
• Tractor driving and machinery handling.
• Accurate record keeping and IT skills.
• Willingness to learn about new systems and technology.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain robots, shed equipment, and fences.
• Select for AI, vet, and foot trimming.
• Tag calves and rear youngstock.
• Keep accurate herd records.
• Manage grazing and stock health.
• Clean cubicles and bedding daily.
• Use touch-screen interfaces for fertility and herd management apps.
• Assist with tractor tasks such as feeding, bedding and cleaning during busy periods.

Skills

Dairy farming

Tractor driving

Record keeping

Tech-savvy

Tools

Robot milking systems

Fertility apps

Job description

Farminguk in Wales is seeking an enthusiastic all-rounder to join our small team on an organic dairy unit that is fully robotic. There is no milking by hand; you will work closely with cows and youngstock, taking care of day-to-day routines and routines associated with an organic herd.

Every other weekend off and statutory holidays apply. Duties include robot and equipment maintenance, calf rearing, grazing management, and accurate record keeping, with tractor tasks during busy seasons.