Dairy Farm Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency Full time

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency seeks a highly skilled Dairy Farm Manager to oversee the daily operations of our family-owned dairy farm in Northern England.

About the Job

As the Dairy Farm Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the herd and young stock, including feeding, breeding, and health decisions. You will also manage a team, including inductions and training of new staff, as well as liaise effectively with contractors to manage arable and forage production requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  1. The Dairy Farm Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the herd and young stock, feeding, breeding and health decisions.
  2. Responsible for correct TMR (Total Mixed Ration).
  3. Management of team, including inductions and training of new staff.
  4. Liaise effectively with contractors to manage arable and forage production requirements.
  5. Responsible for Health and Safety.
  6. Data recording/record keeping, report production and analysis.
About You

We are looking for an independent thinker with a proven ability to run operations smoothly and effectively within agreed objectives. You should have experience of large-scale dairy herd/livestock management, managing a team, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and experience of Health & Safety management and adherence.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary package of between £50,000 - £60,000 basic salary + results-based remuneration, plus accommodation to suit a family, with use of farm vehicle.



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