Dairy Herdsperson
Are you passionate about dairy farming and ready to take care of a dairy cow herd in a modern, expanding farm?
Do you have hands-on experience in a similar Dairy Herdsperson role - milking, feeding, and animal welfare?Location of the Job:
Staffordshire / Shropshire, West Midlands.
Salary and Benefits Package:
Paying a competitive hourly pay rate depending on experience, plus overtime.
3 bedroom accommodation available - if you wish to relocate for work.Additional information:
This is a permanent full-time position.
About The Company:
A mixed arable and dairy farm.
The Job Role Details:
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Dairy Herdsperson to join this family run dairy farm in the West Midlands.
You will be responsible for a variety of tasks that support the daily operations of the farm.
As Dairy Farm Herdsperson you will engage in activities such as milking, feeding, animal care and welfare.
Currently milking around 380 dairy cow herd, with plans to develop to a 420 dairy cow herd in the near future.
Key Responsibilities:
You will…
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
Provide care for livestock, including feeding, cleaning, bedding and scraping out.
General farm maintenance work around the farm including field fencing.
Monitor herd health and treat illness, and calving support.
Carry out milking routines and maintain parlour hygiene and equipment.
Detect mastitis and other production-related health issues.
Prepare and manage feed rations to maintain productivity and condition.
Handle and move cattle safely between housing, grazing, and milking areas.
Maintain accurate records on health, breeding, and milk yields.
Clean and maintain farm facilities and operate basic machinery.
Follow biosecurity protocols and work with vets, managers, and team members.Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:
You will have / be…
Dairy farming experience, working in a similar role.
A full UK driving licence.
Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to working as a team.How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button.
*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*
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Salary description
£13.50 - £15.00 per hour