We are seeking a motivated and experienced Dairy Herd Manager to join a forward-thinking farming business in an idyllic North Wiltshire village.
The Role
This is a hands-on position where you will take responsibility for the day-to-day herd management while maintaining excellent animal welfare and performance standards.
Key responsibilities include:
• Overseeing herd health, fertility, and breeding programmes
• Monitoring dry cows, calving cows, and youngstock transitions
• Carrying out AI (advantageous) and managing breeding performance
• Completing one milking per day and sharing general farm duties
• TMR feeding and daily herd care
• Participating in a rota including night checks and every other weekend
About You
• Minimum 4 years’ dairy experience
• Proven ability in herd management and livestock husbandry
• Strong team player with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Confident working independently and leading by example
• AI experience beneficial but not essential
Working within a skilled four-person team under the overall leadership of the farm’s livestock manager, you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality milk for a premium retailer-aligned supply contract.
The Farm
• 300 all-year-round calving cows
• Average yield: 10,000 litres
• TMR-fed with rotational paddock grazing
• Cubicle housing
• Modern 20:40 Westfalia parlour with ADF, auto-feeding, and auto-drafting
• Well-invested, efficient handling systems
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary package (dependent on experience)
• 3-bedroom house (rent-free) with garage and gardens
• Structured time off: every other weekend + additional days
• Supportive team and genuine work-life balance
• Excellent local schools and rural lifestyle
Apply Now
Please send your CV to: amanda.hargrave@lkl-services.co.uk
For an informal discussion about the opportunity please contact: Simon Withers – 07912 864646
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