Working Herd Manager-700 Cows-Central Scotland-ILweb2796

Lkl Services Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy farming company in Central Scotland seeks an experienced individual to manage daily operations of a modern 700 cow unit. Responsibilities include oversight of herd health and team management, ensuring top results in yield and welfare. The right candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and support for accommodation are offered, with the role based in a beautiful area near Loch Lomond and Glasgow.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Regular time off

Suitable accommodation

Qualifications

• Proven track record in dairy management roles.
• Experience in herd health, welfare, and fertility work.
• Ability to effectively manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of the dairy team and cows.
• Conduct milkings and maintain herd health.
• Create staffing rotas and organize team duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Team leadership

Herd management

Proactive approach

Job description

Central Scotland

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced person to, alongside the owners, head up the team on a well invested and modern 700 cow unit in Balfron, Central Scotland.

Job Skills

The role would entail day-to-day management of the cows and the dairy team, undertaking milkings, herd health and welfare, fertility work and foot health as well as daily record keeping, liaising with the vets and consultants and being a key part of driving the herd forward. When it comes to the team, you will lead by example, undertake staffing rotas and organise the team in their day-to-day duties.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role, have a proactive approach to herd management with the health of the cow and the motivation and leadership of the team at its core.

As well as the obvious cow skills, you will be an effective communicator with an approachable and positive manner providing an inspiration to those around you.

Job Description

The farm, part of family-owned business that includes several units plus a contracting business, enjoys excellent infrastructure with cow’s cubicle housed in modern light buildings and milked three times per day through a highly efficient 24/48 parlour with excellent handling facilities and infrastructure to aid you in the care and management of the cows in your charge. Cows are achieving excellent results in terms of yield, milk hygiene and fertility results.

In return for your efforts we offer a competitive salary with bonus scheme, regular time off and suitable accommodation to your needs as well as the opportunity to be key part of a highly respected farming business in a stunning part of Scotland within easy reach of the beauty of Loch Lomond and the vibrance of central Glasgow.

For an informal discussion please contact Ian Lindsay on 07802 596869.

* No overseas applicants without a work visa *