Herdsperson job position - Cheshire

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

Job summary

A leading farm in Cheshire is seeking a Herdsperson to join their experienced team. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of herd management on a 216 ha organic dairy farm. The role offers competitive salary, training opportunities, and local accommodation if needed, set in a region with plenty of amenities and good schools.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Regular time off (11 days on, 3 days off)

28 days holiday

Training for progression

Local accommodation if required

Qualifications

• Proven experience in all aspects of herd management.
• A good understanding of grass-based systems.
• Good communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage herd health and performance efficiently.
• Ensure milk hygiene and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records for all herd activities.

Skills

Herd management

Grass-based systems

Communication skills

AI experience

Footcare experience

Record keeping

Milk hygiene standards

Job description

We are looking for a Herdsperson to join the team near Holmes Chapel in Cheshire

The Farm:

• 216 ha all grass organic dairy farm.
• 310 Late summer/autumn calving block
• Good grazing infrastructure /Winter housed on sawdust cubicles
• 160 replacements reared on farm
• Arla organic milk contract
• The team includes 3 full time members

The role:

• Proven experience in all aspects of herd management
• A good understanding of grass- based systems
• Good communication skills, ability to work with the team and report to the farm owner
• Experience in AI and footcare
• Experience in record keeping
• Proven ability to ensure milk hygiene standards

What is on offer:

• A competitive salary with regular time off with a working pattern of 11days on and 3 days off and 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Training will be offered to assist progression within the role
• Accommodation locally if required.
• Farm situated within 10 mins of shops and amenities

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Good local schools. One mile to the nearest town with good amenities including a train station and buses.