Herdsperson Permanent, Full Time (45 hours per week)

Harper Adams University; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 hour working week

10 days on and 4 days off rota

Accommodation may be available

22 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Job summary

Harper Adams University is seeking an experienced Herdsperson to join the dairy team managing 400 Holsteins on a 45-hour week. Milking occurs on a three-shift rotary schedule with a focus on clean milk production and hygiene. Training will be provided to develop new skills and ensure best dairy practices.

The role requires attention to detail, calfing capability, and record-keeping. Foot trimming is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in herd management and dairy farm operations.

Responsibilities

• Milk herd as per schedule with attention to clean milk production.
• Maintain accurate herd and milk records and performance data.
• Foot trimming is advantageous; assist with calving and general dairy care.

Job description

Herdsperson Permanent, Full Time (45 hours per week)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our award winning RABDF Gold Cup Winners 2024 team at Harper Adams University.

A key part of the dairy team, we are recruiting an experienced Herdsperson with a focus on the care of the farm’s high yielding 400 Holstiens which are milked through a 40-point GEA internal rotary 3 times a day following best principles of milk and dairy hygiene. We are looking for a motivated team member, with a willingness to develop new skills with training provided.

Milking up to two shifts per day focused on clean milk production, with attention to detail is essential.

Capability of foot trimming is an advantage, the ability to calve cows, as well as maintain accurate records, is also required.

Some of the benefits of the role include:

• 45 hour working week
• 10 days on and 4 days off continous rota
• Accommodation may be available (6-minute walk / 2-minute drive from the farm)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days, excellent pension scheme, sick pay and Employee Assistance Programme

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion, please contact Alice Sault, Dairy Manager via email at [e-mail]

For further information about the University, or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk.