production manager Penrith, England
Job description
(Trainee) Herd Manager
This newly created role is a rare opportunity to take on day to day responsibility for a 400 cow spring-calving herd in a unique farm context. The farm is focused on developing exceptional dairy genetics, industry-leading technical performance and adopting progressive ideas which represent the future of dairy farming.
About you
Do you have….
Genuine interest in grass-based dairy genetics and breeding.
Ability to embed new ideas and progressive on-farm systems.
Exceptional standards of cow care and attention to detail.
A passion for the day to day technical practices in a low input grass-based system.
Ability to lead a high level of performance within a small team.
Commitment to develop your own career, skills and technical knowledge.
If so, this could be the perfect role for you….ideally you will have a minimum of 2 years experience of grass-based dairy farming, but support and training can be offered in any areas necessary.
Applications would be very welcome from candidates looking to take their first step in herd management as well as those with existing leadership experience.
Enthusiasm, high standards and attention to detail are more important than significant farming experience.
Benefits
Competitive Salary + Pension
Accommodation provision (or equivalent salary allowance if preferred)
Tailored Personal Development plan
Farm info
Based in the idyllic Eden Valley, Cumbria, we have set ourselves the goal of being an industry leading example of progressive dairy farming. We are:
Accelerating genetic progress of our already high merit grass-based herd to achieve exceptional production from minimal imported feed.
Introducing new breeding and genetic technology to develop our bull breeding business.
Developing proactive environmental & biodiversity plans across the farm.
Adopting regenerative farming techniques including multi species leys, white clover incorporation/fertiliser reduction and a new soil health strategy.
Upgrading farm infrastructure to achieve simple day to day routines.
Implementing personal, tailored training plans for each member of our team to ensure maximum opportunity to achieve personal & career goals.
Does this sound like a challenge and opportunity that motivates you? Then please get in touch
For an initial discussion (in complete confidence), please contact James on 07887 597952 or apply via the Indeed website.
Unfortunately we can only accept applications from people who already have the right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £35,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- If shortlisted, are you able to provide two up to date references?
- Briefly, please describe why you are interested in this role and this farm business?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 03/07/2023
