Herdsperson Coombe Farming

Job Overview

We are a diversified mixed organic estate based in South Somerset, the main enterprise consisting of 800 dairy cows split over three dairies plus replacements.

An opening has become available on our 300 cow all year-round calving unit for a herdsperson to work alongside the herd manager.

The farm is well invested with modern machinery and a 24/24 GEA milking parlour. We operate to the highest animal welfare standards and believe in keeping the farm clean and tidy.

Key Responsibilities:

You Will…….

• Work with the herd manager to ensure that all animal welfare protocols are being met
• Ensure milking routine is being maintained and perform milking to a high standard
• Keep the overall farm appearance tidy and audit ready
• Get involved with the Nutritionist and the Vets to ensure top herd performance
• Identify and treat illnesses in a prompt manner
• Administer Vaccines
• Be willing to get involved in feeding and understand the Keenan PACE system (optional)

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:

You will have/be……

• Able to work both independently and as a member of a small team
• Hold a full valid UK driving licence (required)
• Authorisation to work in the UK (required)
• Good record keeper with Uniform agri software experience (required)
• AI qualification (preferred – but not essential)
• PACE Keenan Feeding (preferred – but not essential)

In return the AH Warren Trust can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration package dependent on experience
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Enrolment onto company pension scheme on completion of probation
• Supportive and friendly team
• High standard of accommodation on farm, consisting of an attractive three-bedroom house, with double garage, in a village with a variety of clubs, pre-school, primary school, village hall, pub, and recreation ground
• Distance from town and other amenities: 4 miles

This is a permanent full-time position, working on a shift basis which includes weekend working, typically this will equate to a 5.5 day week average

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!