Senior Cattle Handler – Bull Stud & Genetics

4Xtrahands Limited; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Scawfell Genetics, based in Cumbria, is seeking an experienced cattle-focused stockperson to join our bull stud. This hands-on role involves daily care, safe handling of breeding bulls, semen collection, and collaborating with our genetics team.

Full training will be provided to cover specialist semen collection techniques and stud work. We value calm, observant, and responsible individuals with solid cattle experience and a willingness to learn and adapt in a small team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with cattle is essential.
• Prev. experience in semen collection or artificial breeding not required.

Responsibilities

• Daily care, feeding and bedding of bulls.
• Safe and confident handling of breeding bulls.
• Assisting with and carrying out semen collection.
• Monitoring animal health and condition.
• General maintenance and upkeep of the stud.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and biosecurity.
• Working alongside our laboratory and genetics team.
• Accurate recording of animal and collection information.

Skills

Stockmanship

Cattle handling

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Scawfell Genetics, based in Cumbria, is seeking an experienced cattle-focused stockperson to join our bull stud. This hands-on role involves daily care, safe handling of breeding bulls, semen collection, and collaborating with our genetics team.

Full training will be provided to cover specialist semen collection techniques and stud work. We value calm, observant, and responsible individuals with solid cattle experience and a willingness to learn and adapt in a small team environment.