Herd Manager

Job description Herd Manager - Dorset An exciting opportunity for a Herd Manager to lead our Dairy Farm in Dorset has arisen. Our Farm We are currently farming 350 acres with 160 cross-bred cows. We are moving from a high-yield system to a grass-based, high-welfare farm. Our cows yield 8,000 litres, and we supply Wyke Cheese with our milk. We milk twice daily through a 16/32 herringbone and Autumn block calve. Your Role You will be responsible for: - Day-to-day running of the dairy farm operation - managing the dairy, milking, and ensuring herd health and welfare is the top priority - Taking full responsibility for dry cow management, calving cows and colostrum protocols. - Improving cow genetics and the breeding of the herd. - Grazing and feed/forage management - Utilising data and maintaining records and compliance. - Working closely with the farm owner and associates to strategise and budget plan. - Collaborate with vets and other third parties. - Undertake proactive management of health and safety standards across the farm estate. - Ensuring the farm is kept tidy and safe to operate at all times - Farm machinery and general farm maintenance, including forage work. Qualifications & Licenses required - A full UK Driving license. - Proof of UK right to work - AI and Foot Trimming qualification is desired but not essential Your Requirements - Able to demonstrate strong herd management experience - Be able to work on their own initiative and stay motivated when alone working - Comfortable as a self-starter, who has a high attention to detail - Be a reliable, resourceful and genuine person The Benefits - 3-bedroom house on site. - Every other weekend off with 1 day off in the week when working the weekend - £40,000 per annum - Working with a team of experienced farmers and consultants who will aid in your development - Autonomy over how you run your day-to-day operation Location The farm is situated near Beaminster with excellent schools, leisure, shops and pubs nearby. Applications with a cover letter explaining why you would like to work on our farm as a Herd Manager will get preference. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00 per year TPBN1_UKTJ