Two year contract (with the opportunity to extend, if both parties agreeable).
750 acre private island in Sheltand.
Small flock of Cheviot x Sheltand sheep
Herd of Belted Galloway cattle
Market garden with two polycrubs.
Essential skills:
Experience with beef cattle and sheep.
Tractor driving/machinery experience.
Flexibility and problem solving.
Experience or ability to learn vegetable growing for island self sufficiency.
This is a remote island location where the successful applicants will be the only full time residents. Whilst this is predominately an agricultural/horticultural position, estate and overall project management is part of the role. This advert is for a couple - both of whom, will be fulfilling the role.
3 bedroom farmhouse, all utilities and groceries covered, alongside competitive salary.
Start date flexible (late spring/early summer 2027) Crossover with current farm management.
Permanent
Start: 1/05/2027,
Finish: 1/05/2029
TBD
40
Yes
Family House
Not Specified
3 bedroom farmhouse. Unsuitable for applicants with children of school age (private isle - no access to school).
Not Specified
Yes
Full UK Driving Licence