Assistant Herd Manager / 2IC - Cheshire - £40,000 - £60,000 + Accommodation + Benefits

Assistant Herd Manager / 2IC - Cheshire - £40,000 - £60,000 + Accommodation + Benefits

Assistant Herd Manager / 2IC - Cheshire - £40,000 - £60,000 + Accommodation + Benefits

The Job:

A well established dairy farm is seeking an experienced Herdsperson / 2IC to join the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Milking and general herd management
• Managing feed and grazing, including grass measuring and use of a plate meter
• Herd health and fertility
• Yard and tractor work
• Bedding down animals when required
• Supporting the day to day running of the dairy operation

The Company:

• 650 spring calving dairy cows
• Twice a day milking
• Grazing based system, with cows housed during winter
• Closed herd, with all youngstock reared on farm
• Average yield of approximately 7,500 litres
• High-quality facilities with a strong focus on animal welfare
• No robotic milking

The Candidate:

• Managing and organising a small team
• Grassland management
• Maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare
• Foot trimming
• AI experience is desirable

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced dairy worker looking to take on a responsible position within a well run spring calving herd.

The Package:

• Attractive salary, dependent on experience and suitability for the role
• Rent free accommodation with council tax covered
• Current accommodation is a 3-bedroom apartment approximately 3 miles from the farm
• Potential for alternative/larger accommodation where required
• Training and development opportunities, both on and off farm

Additional information

The salary is flexible and will reflect the experience and abilities of the successful candidate.

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.