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The family run farming business is based in the heart of Devon.

The job comes with a fully renovated and tastefully decorated 3 bedroom house

Currently the 300 strong herd is autumn calving.

We are looking to bring a lead dairy herdsperson to our dairy businesses near Exeter. We are interested in speaking with interested individuals who have the following experience.

• Lead point of contact for dairy shifts - the job role will specifically include leading one milking shift per day. Practical experience of milking, DIY AI, foot trimming, calving, managing calves and young stock, as well as general dairy shed duties from time to time.
• Working knowledge of – genetics, record keeping, hygiene standards, milk contract requirements, liaison with farm vet, timely delivery of vaccination program.
• Motivated and forward thinking with excellent attitude to health, safety, environment and animal welfare
• Flexible working approach to allow for farming calendar and leading others on farm, whilst maintaining no antibiotic failures, nil extraneous water and maintain Bactoscan and cell counts below agreed targets
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. Willingness to be involved in wider farm team activities to move whole farm business forward in positive manner embracing opportunities around diversity, carbon and innovative farm technologies
• Full UK driving license

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £38,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Housing allowance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Exeter: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person