Youngstock Manager

We’re on the lookout for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Youngstock Manager to join the team at Hurkledale Farm, a well-established dairy farm based in Cummertrees, near Annan (South West Scotland).

About the role:

This is a newly created role within the business offering the opportunity to oversee all aspects of youngstock rearing on the farm. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management, health, welfare and development of youngstock from day one through to 24 months of age, helping to ensure they are reared to a consistently high standard.

This is a hands-on role ideally suited to someone who has a passion for working with cattle and dairy farming.

Duties will include:

• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of all youngstock across all farming units.
• Feeding youngstock, which will involve operating tractors, feed wagons and telehandler.
• Regular monitoring of health and welfare of youngstock, including walking pens and detecting illness and the prompt administration of appropriate treatment.
• Implementing and monitoring compliance with farm and youngstock rearing protocols and procedures and continually identifying improvements to these.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and biosecurity within youngstock facilities.
• Identifying any issues early and communicating these to the farm management team.
• Ensuring high standards of animal welfare are maintained at all times.
• Working over multiple sites, for which transport will be provided.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous training or qualifications in calf husbandry (beneficial) or has strong practical stockmanship skills.
• Has experience working within a dairy environment.
• Has experience of operating tractors, telehandlers and other agricultural machinery.
• Has a genuine passion for dairy farming and youngstock.
• Understands the importance of and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Has strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Can work confidently as part of a team as well as on their own.
• Is organised, reliable and maintains a proactive approach to their work.
• Holds a full valid driving licence and is able to commute to our farm in Cummertrees. Accommodation is not currently available for this position.
• Is flexible and willing to travel between farm sites.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work for a well-established dairy business with a supportive team environment where you can develop a broad range of skills and experience.
• Approx. 50 hours per week, to be worked over a negotiable working pattern.
• Competitive salary starting from £40,000 per annum, depending on experience and working pattern.

Please apply with an up to date CV and a short covering note about your experience and why you’re interested in this role to: [email protected]

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person