Dairy Herd Manager

Agricultural and Farming Jobs; Pontarfynach; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation provided

Robotic milking exposure

Career development

Partner opportunities

Rural Pembrokeshire location

Job summary

Agricultural and Farming Jobs is seeking a Dairy Herd Manager for a progressive dairy enterprise in Pembrokeshire, Wales. You will manage day-to-day herd welfare, drive milk production, fertility and herd health using data and robotic milking technology.

The role offers exposure to cutting-edge farming practices, long-term career development, and potential partner opportunities within the wider farming business. A full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 2 are required.

Qualifications

• Strong practical dairy farming and herd management experience.
• Excellent livestock husbandry and animal welfare knowledge.
• Experience of calving, fertility and herd health management.
• Confident working with herd performance data, KPIs, facts and figures.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dairy herd to high standards of animal welfare and husbandry
• Monitor and improve milk production, fertility, herd health and longevity
• Oversee calving, youngstock development and colostrum management
• Analyse herd KPIs, performance data and trends to identify areas for improvement
• Utilise herd management software and robotic milking data to support decision-making
• Support the implementation and optimisation of robotic milking technology
• Work closely with vets, nutritionists, breeding advisors and other external specialists
• Support grazing management, sustainability and environmental objectives
• Lead, support and develop members of the farm team
• Promote high standards of Health & Safety across the dairy operation
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and innovation across the enterprise

Skills

Dairy farming

Herd management

Livestock welfare

Fertility management

Data analysis

KPI data

Leadership

Full UK licence

NVQ Level 2

Education

NVQ Level 2

Scottish NVQ Level 2

Tools

Power BI

Herd management software

Job description

Dairy Herd Manager - Progressive Dairy Enterprise

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.

Are you an experienced dairy professional with strong herd management and stockmanship skills?

Are you confident using data, facts and figures to analyse herd performance and identify opportunities for improvement?

Would you like to help drive a progressive dairy enterprise embracing robotic milking, technology and innovative farming practices?

Location of the Job

Pembrokeshire, Wales

Salary & Benefits Package

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Family accommodation provided
• Opportunity to join a progressive and growing dairy enterprise
• Exposure to robotic milking technology and data-led herd management
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Potential opportunities for a partner within the wider farming business, subject to experience and availability
• Beautiful rural location within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

About the Company

Our client operates a progressive dairy enterprise within a wider mixed farming business in Pembrokeshire. Currently milking approximately 220 cows, the business is investing in robotic milking technology and is focused on combining excellent stockmanship with innovation, sustainability, data and continuous improvement.

Dairy Herd Manager - The Job Role Details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Herd Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management, welfare and performance of the dairy herd.

Working closely with the Head of Farming, you will use herd data and performance information to drive improvements in milk production, fertility, herd health and overall efficiency. This role would suit an innovative and commercially aware dairy professional who is confident with facts and figures and keen to embrace new technology and modern farming practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the dairy herd to high standards of animal welfare and husbandry
• Monitor and improve milk production, fertility, herd health and longevity
• Oversee calving, youngstock development and colostrum management
• Analyse herd KPIs, performance data and trends to identify areas for improvement
• Utilise herd management software and robotic milking data to support decision-making
• Support the implementation and optimisation of robotic milking technologyWork closely with vets, nutritionists, breeding advisors and other external specialists
• Support grazing management, sustainability and environmental objectives
• Lead, support and develop members of the farm team
• Promote high standards of Health & Safety across the dairy operation
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and innovation across the enterprise

Essential Candidate Skills & Experience

• Strong practical dairy farming and herd management experience
• Excellent livestock husbandry and animal welfare knowledge
• Experience of calving, fertility and herd health management
• Confident working with herd performance data, KPIs, facts and figures
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills
• Proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach
• Full UK driving licence
• As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role.

Desirable:

• Experience with robotic milking systems
• Strong IT and data analysis skills, ideally including Power BI or similar reporting tools
• Experience using herd management and recording software
• Knowledge of grazing management and sustainable/regenerative farming practices
• Agricultural qualification such as HND, Degree or equivalent
• Previous supervisory or people management experience

Working Hours

Full-time position, with flexibility required in line with the needs of the dairy enterprise and livestock.

Key Words

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We thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and personal details will not be shared without prior consent.