Senior Herdsperson: Private Estate with Accommodation

AgriRS; Aberdeen City; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Rent-free three-bedroom house

Council tax and heating paid

Electricity contribution

Pickup truck and fuel provided

Modern livestock housing and machinery

Support from independent veterinary团队

Flexible weekend rota

Opportunity for growth with estate

Descrizione del lavoro

A Senior Herdsperson role on a private estate in North Aberdeenshire is a hands-on position overseeing pedigree beef cattle and sheep, with a focus on livestock health, welfare and seasonal husbandry. The role requires independence, strong cattle experience, and a commitment to high standards of animal care.

The package includes a salary up to £35,000, rent-free three-bedroom housing, tax and heating payments, electricity contribution, and a provided pickup truck with fuel, plus access to modern

Competenze

• NVQ Level 2 or Scottish NVQ Level 2, or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Legal right to work in the UK or valid visa permitting employment.

Mansioni

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

Conoscenze

Cattle husbandry

Calving experience

Animal welfare

Machinery operation

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Formazione

NVQ Level 2 / Scottish NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Strumenti

Tractors

Agricultural machinery

Descrizione del lavoro

A Senior Herdsperson role on a private estate in North Aberdeenshire is a hands-on position overseeing pedigree beef cattle and sheep, with a focus on livestock health, welfare and seasonal husbandry. The role requires independence, strong cattle experience, and a commitment to high standards of animal care.

The package includes a salary up to £35,000, rent-free three-bedroom housing, tax and heating payments, electricity contribution, and a provided pickup truck with fuel, plus access to modern