Dairy Farm Assistant Coombe Farming

Job Overview

We are a large, diversified rural business in South Somerset with Organic farming at our core, milking 900 cows across 3 herds and rear our own replacements on 2700 acres.

A vacancy has arisen at one of our farms for a Dairy Farm Assistant reporting directly to the Herd Manager. The post holder will be a vital member of a small team responsible for the management of a 360-cow milking herd and young stock, working to the highest standards of animal welfare. Milking takes place twice daily, through a 28/28 herringbone parlour.

A good understanding of a grazing-based system would be beneficial, and PACE Keenan feeding would be an advantage.

This role could be of interest to someone who is looking to further develop their career within the dairy industry with a potential for progression given to the right candidate.

Job Duties Include:

• Assist with care of the herd on a day-to-day basis
• Upkeep of the milking parlour and machinery, always maintaining a hygienic work area
• Assist with the daily milking
• Assist with yard work
• Assist with feeding the milking herd
• Assist with other farm duties as required
• Ensuring Health & Safety requirements are met and comply with our high standards

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• An enthusiastic candidate with some previous experience who has a passion for the industry
• Experience in driving agricultural machines (telehandler/scraper tractor)
• Reliable and flexible team player with the right attitude to fit in with the existing team
• Someone who is self-motivated, organised and with a good attention to detail to maintain our high standards and comply with Health and Safety regulations
• Full valid UK driving licence

In return the AH Warren Trust can offer you:

• Pay commensurate with previous experience
• A full-time position working on a shift basis which includes weekend working, typically this will equate to a 5.5 day week average.
• 31 days holiday (increasing to 34 days after 3 years continuous service)
• Enrolment onto our company pension scheme on completion of 3 months
• An attractive house located near to the farm which is situated in the beautiful countryside between Crewkerne and Chard.

How to apply for this role

Fill in your details and upload your CV on the form below indicating the position you are applying for OR email a CV and covering letter to enquiries@ahwarrentrust.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you!