We are looking for an enthusiastic Herdsperson to join us on our 200 milking cow and 200 head of beef family farm in Pembrokeshire producing the majority of milk and meat from home grown forage.
The farm runs to approx. 450 acres with 200 predominantly summer/autumn calving cows on a grazing and forage based system, milked twice a day through a 20:40 swing over parlour with acrs, cluster flush and a backing gate.
Duties would include :
Mainly afternoon Milkings paying particular attention to a hygienic milking routine to maintain the high milk quality required for the milk contract. Oversee the day to day running of the herd including their health and well being and keeping up to date records. Other work to include grassland monitoring, de-budding young calves, yard scraping with skid steer, feeding with a telehandler, tractor work such as tankering, summer field operations and helping with TB testing.
Foot trimming and AI experience would be advantageous although training can be provided.
Full Driving Licence required / Tractor driving experience / Experience in similar role would be advantageous.
Benefits include paid holiday and pension contributions as well as a one bedroom flat attached to the farmhouse available free from rent and council tax for the duration of employment.
Working 11 days on 3 days off
Typical Hours: Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6.pm
Every other weekend (Milking Sat/Sun): 6am - 9am & 3pm - 6pm (Every other Friday off)
Salary £36K per annum (Based on qualifications and level of experience)
Permanent
Start: 16/11/2026,
Finish: Not Specified
£3000
Approx 45 - 48
Yes
House/Flat
Free
One bedroom flat attached to the farmhouse free from rent and council tax for the duration of employment which would suit a single person or couple. (Double bedroom with en-suite & lounge/kitchen). Village is at the foot of the Preseli mountains with an excellent village school.
15 minutes
Yes
Full UK Driving Licence
Tractor
If applicant has a family we would help them to find alternative suitable accommodation nearby if possible. We are in Puncheston, a village nestled at the foot of the Preseli mountains with fantastic walking and sight seeing including the rugged north Pembrokeshire coast. we also have an excellent village school. We are a 15 minute drive from Fishguard, 20 minute drive from Haverfordwest for Supermarkets and local shops. Local Beaches are 15 minutes away.