Experienced stock manager required for 300 acre organic livestock farm on Shropshire/Cheshire border. Sole responsibility for health and welfare for flock of 500 Lleyn breeding ewes and a suckler herd of 20 pedigree South Devon cattle plus followers. Candidate must be experienced in all aspects of animal husbandry, have provable track record in lambing and calving and be a competent tractor and general machine operator. Looking for someone who can also put their hand to all aspects of farm work - including grass management, silage and hay making, fencing, chain saw operating, record keeping etc. Digger skills and welding would be useful. Experience in organic and regenerative farm practices preferred. Looking for someone who is flexible, self-motivated, tidy, honest, hard working, trustworthy and loyal, driven to do things properly and produce good results. We also run a day services centre for young adults with learning disabilities growing vegetables and doing light tasks on the farm and welcome schools and colleges for educational purposes. Although this does not form part of the job directly, candidate should be happy to engage with both.
Permanent
Start: 11/01/2027,
Finish: Not Specified
TBD
48
Yes
Family House
None
House is a 1970s bungalow with small garden and garage situated on the farm 10 minutes from local town of Whitchurch, Shropshire which has good amenities and a train station. Chester and Shrewsbury are both within 30 minutes. Good local schooling and nursery.
10 minutes
No
Full UK Driving Licence
Tractor