General Farm Worker

We are a diversified mixed organic estate based in South Somerset, we farm 800 dairy cows on three dairies and rear all our own replacements on 2700 acres.

A vacancy has arisen for a General Farm Worker / Stockperson reporting directly to the Herd Manager. The post holder will be a vital member of a team responsible for the management of a cow milking herd and young stock, working to the highest standards of animal welfare. Milking takes place twice daily on each dairy.

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

**Responsibilities**:

- 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

**Job Requirements and Qualifications**:

- 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

This position will be based on a 4 day working week, working approximately 40-45 hours per week on a shift basis which will include some weekend working. You will receive 25 days (31 days/ 5 day working equivalent) holiday, which includes bank holidays and will be enrolled on to the company pension scheme on completion of probation.

Pay Rate - Between £11.00 - £12.50p/hr depending on prior experience

Unfortunately there is no accommodation available with this role so you need to be able to reliably commute.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £11.00-£12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Crewkerne: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Telehandler/Tractor: 1 year (preferred)
- agricultural: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: GFW/Stockperson - Jun 24