Herd Manager job in Warwickshire

4xtrahands; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une exploitation laitière familiale de 400 acres recherche un herd manager expérimenté près de Shipston on Stour. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience en gestion d'un troupeau, avec des compétences en leadership et communication, pour diriger les opérations au quotidien. Un salaire compétitif et un logement de 3 chambres sont offerts, sans loyer ni charges.

Benefits

Logement moderne de 3 chambres fourni sans loyer ni charges

Temps de repos régulier

Qualifications

• Expérience antérieure en gestion de troupeau et de petite équipe.
• Capacité à prendre des décisions quotidiennes et à collaborer avec des professionnels du secteur.
• Flexibilité et initiative importantes.

Responsibilities

• Impliquer dans toutes les décisions quotidiennes du troupeau.
• Assurer la santé du troupeau et la production de lait à des normes élevées.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

We have a vacancy for an experienced and dedicated herd manager looking to take this well-bred herd forwards. The 400-acre family farm near Shipston on Stour in Warwickshire is predominantly down to grass, whole crop wheat, and maize. While intensive, the farm has a passion for conservation and wildlife.

Key farm facts

• 24:24 Westfalia parlour with cluster flush
• 400 pedigree cows with a herd average of 13,000 litres and 1,000 kg of milk solids
• Replacements reared off-site, calves sold at 3-4 weeks
• AYR calving with a level milk profile
• Cows bedded on sand cubicles
• Owners, 5 full-time plus local part-time and relief staff

The ideal candidate would have previous experience managing both a herd of cows and a small team, with the drive and determination to help move the business forward. You would be involved in all day-to-day decisions and liaise with farm professionals to ensure herd health and milk production are maintained to high standards. Attention to detail, flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and excellent communication skills are essential.

In return, we offer a highly competitive salary reflecting the importance of this role, along with a modern 3-bedroom house free from rent and rates, plus regular time off.

*No overseas applicants without a work visa*