Senior Herdsperson

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free housing

Council tax paid

Utilities contribution

Vehicle provided

Job summary

Senior Herdsperson to join a private estate in North Aberdeenshire. You will oversee pedigree beef cattle and sheep, manage health, welfare and seasonal husbandry with access to modern facilities and equipment.

We require proven cattle husbandry experience, calving expertise and the ability to work independently. The package includes a rent-free three-bedroom house, council tax and heating paid, electricity contribution and a pickup truck with fuel.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Scottish NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification relevant to the role.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
• Proven experience in cattle husbandry, ideally with pedigree beef cattle.
• Strong calving experience and knowledge of cattle health, nutrition and welfare.
• Sheep husbandry experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the feeding, care, health and welfare of pedigree beef cattle.
• Oversee spring and autumn calving, ensuring high stockmanship and animal care.
• Monitor herd health and maintain accurate livestock records, working with the veterinary team.
• Carry out sheep husbandry and manage seasonal livestock requirements.
• Operate tractors, feeders and other agricultural machinery.
• Assist with general farming and arable activities when required.
• Maintain high standards across livestock facilities, handling areas and equipment.

Skills

Cattle husbandry

Pedigree beef cattle

Calving experience

Livestock health

Machinery operation

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

Livestock equipment

Job description

Senior Herdsperson - Private Estate - Aberdeenshire - £35,000 + Accommodation + Council tax + Heating + Electricity Contribution + Pickup Truck + Fuel

The Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Herdsperson to join a well established private estate in North Aberdeenshire.

This is a hands on role overseeing the care and management of pedigree beef cattle and sheep, working closely with the estate owners and wider farming team. You will take responsibility for livestock health, welfare and seasonal husbandry, with access to modern facilities and equipment.

The position would suit someone who is confident working independently, has strong cattle experience and takes pride in maintaining high standards of livestock care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the feeding, care, health and welfare of pedigree beef cattle


• Oversee spring and autumn calving, ensuring good standards of stockmanship and animal care


• Monitor herd health and work alongside the veterinary team, maintaining accurate livestock records


• Carry out sheep husbandry and manage seasonal livestock requirements


• Operate tractors, feeders and other agricultural machinery


• Assist with general farming and arable activities when required


• Maintain high standards across livestock facilities, handling areas and equipment.

The Company:

A private rural estate in North Aberdeenshire with a diverse range of farming and countryside activities. The estate has invested in modern livestock housing, handling facilities and machinery, offering a well-equipped working environment and a supportive team.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in cattle husbandry, ideally with pedigree beef cattle


• Strong calving experience and sound knowledge of cattle health, nutrition and welfare


• Sheep husbandry experience would be an advantage


• Confident operating tractors and general agricultural machinery


• Some experience of arable farming would be beneficial


• Reliable, self-motivated and comfortable taking responsibility for livestock and working independently


• Organised, with good attention to detail and a genuine commitment to animal welfare.

The Package:

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience


• Rent-free three-bedroom house


• Council tax and heating paid, plus an electricity contribution


• Pickup truck and fuel provided


• Modern livestock housing, handling facilities and machinery


• Support from an independent veterinary team


• Flexible weekend rota, typically alternate weekends for essential morning duties


• Opportunity to develop alongside the estate's expanding livestock operations

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.