Herd Manager job in Pembrokeshire

4xtrahands; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting opportunity as a herdsperson near Newport, Pembrokeshire, managing an autumn-calving herd of 180 Xbreed cows. The role offers potential for permanence, accommodation in a charming 5-bedroom farmhouse, and the chance to be part of a supportive farming team. Ideal candidates should possess strong independence and management skills.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

5-bedroom Georgian farmhouse

Qualifications

• Experience managing cows and youngstock.
• Strong capability to work independently.
• Responsible for calf rearing and managing farm records.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day aspects of the herd.
• Assist in calf-rearing tasks.
• Keep records and manage passports.

Skills

Independence

Calf-rearing

Record management

High standards

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Position for an experienced herdsperson and partner to manage our 180 Xbreed, autumn calving cows near the lovely coastal town of Newport, Pembrokeshire. The herd is run on a simple NZ based grazing system with self-feed silage and in-parlour feeders, supplying milk to Arla.

The partner’s role will be calf-rearing, keeping records, managing passports, and providing assistance as necessary. The farm is linked to our other farm in the neighbourhood, with a friendly team providing assistance and relief of a high standard. The ideal candidates will be capable of a high level of independence, managing all day-to-day aspects of the herd and youngstock.

Tasks to include:

• Calf rearing

The skills and responsibility required will be reflected in the package which includes the 5 bedroom Georgian farmhouse with views across Newport Bay.

Job Length

Could be permanent for the right candidate

Dates

Start: 15/07/2025,
Finish: Not Specified

Pay

Good for the right candidate

Hours

TBD

> Accommodation Accommodation

Yes

Accommodation Type

Family House

Accommodation Price

Not Specified

Other Accommodation Information

5 bedroom Georgian farmhouse with views across Newport Bay.

Partner needed part-time on the farm, many other opportunities in the area on farms or in tourism. Primary school 3 miles, secondary 12 miles

More Information Distance from shops and amenities

Not Specified

Smokers Accepted?

No

Driving Licence Required?

Full UK Driving Licence

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