A progressive rural estate near Masham, North Yorkshire, is looking for an experienced Head Stockperson / Livestock Manager to lead and develop its organic and regenerative suckler beef enterprise.

The role covers around 580 acres of organic grassland, plus a further 105 acres of grazing within the arable rotation. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take responsibility for a livestock enterprise and have a real say in how it develops.

The Farming System

The Estate is committed to organic and regenerative farming, with a focus on healthy soils, biodiversity, animal health and producing quality food. The Angus suckler herd is Pasture for Life certified, with a focus on low-input farming, strong maternal genetics and a healthy, resilient herd.

The Role

Working closely with the Owner and Estate Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing and developing the suckler herd.

• Livestock health, welfare, breeding, calving and youngstock.

• Grazing, grassland and forage management.

• Day-to-day farm operations and contractors.

• Fencing, field maintenance and general farm upkeep.

• Machinery, vehicle and equipment maintenance.

• Organic, Pasture for Life and statutory records.

• Supporting environmental schemes and projects.

• Helping shape the future development of the farm.

The Person

We are looking for someone who is practical, experienced and passionate about livestock and the land.

You will ideally have:

• Good experience with beef cattle, preferably sucklers.

• Strong knowledge of livestock health, welfare and breeding.

• Experience or a real interest in organic, regenerative or low-input farming.

• An interest in soils, grassland and biodiversity.

• The ability to work independently and make decisions.

• Good organisational and practical skills.

• A willingness to contribute ideas and help develop the enterprise.

• Work with and support the wider estate team.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position.

• Salary commensurate with experience.

• Accommodation options available.

• Company pension.

• Estate vehicle.

• Contribution towards mobile phone costs.

• The opportunity to lead and develop a growing organic and regenerative livestock enterprise.

• Supportive team where collaboration is encouraged.

Weekend work and flexibility will be required, particularly during calving and other busy periods.