Herdsperson, 350 cows, Shropshire
We require a self-motivated and experienced herdsperson to help run all elements of a modern and progressive dairy farm near Shrewsbury. Key responsibilities will include: • Helping the manager with the day-day running of the high yielding herd • Milking • Foot Trimming (Experience preferable) • Calf and Youngstock work • Herd health and fertility • Record keeping. The farm has a recently installed HB parlour with; ACRs, milk meters, auto shedding gate and backing gate to milk the 350 high yielding Pedigree Holstein cows 2 times / day. Modern cow housing and new machinery make this a very efficient farm with excellent working conditions. This is a varied role which involves hoof trimming, calf and youngstock feeding, with some milking when necessary. The successful candidate must have previous experience on a similar farm, be able to think for themselves, motivate and challenge staff and work alongside others in this successful business. In return we offer a competitive salary with bonus schemes, lovely 3 bed house, which is close to the farm and free from rent and council tax. This is an opportunity to be a key part in a successful and progressive business. For an informal discussion please call Rob Stephenson on . No overseas applicants without a work visa ..... full job details .....
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