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We offer a competitive salary with bonus scheme, regular time off and suitable accommodation. Closing date 6 Jun 2025View more categoriesView less categoriesSector , , Job Type , , , Contract Type HoursSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Job DetailsAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced person to, alongside the owners, head up the team on a well invested and modern 400 cow unit in Northern Cumbria.Whilst the main enterprise and focus of the farm is the dairy unit, the family run beef and cropping enterprises and undertake most field work in house.The Holstein herd is cubicle housed in modern light buildings and is milked twice per day through a highly efficient 40/40 rapid exit 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.The role would entail day-to-day management of the cows and the dairy team, undertaking milking, 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.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.For an informal discussion please contact Ian Lindsay on 07802 596869.

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