Ref No. Job Reference No. - 32572
Herdsperson job - Plymouth
Arable, Dairy, Beef
UK
PL10
South West
Description

Experienced herdsperson required to join existing team looking after 600 high yielding pedigree Holstein cows,calving AYR on Cornish costal mixed farm (close to Plymouth) farming over 2000 acres .

The role requires someone who has good organisation and a willingness to work as senior member of the milking team and working alongside the assistant herdsman and the relief milking crew, on a shared rota. Milking twice a day on a well-invested, recently updated Dairy-master 26/52 herringbone parlour with teat brush, ACRs, auto ID , Heat detection collars and drafting gate and in parlour feeding.

You will also work closely with assistant Herdsman, together ensuring the cows are kept happy, healthy and productive . Weekly tasks include record keeping, drying off , foot trimming etc, as well as the ability to AI and keen interest genetics and breeding .

We are looking for someone that has passion for what you do and for the care and welfare of our cows and as well as experience in the industry .

This role is full time, hours can be flexible to suit you and the existing team to ensure everyone gets regular time off.

Excellent Salary /package

Also stables and a field available if required.

Job Length

Permanent

Dates

Start: 13/07/2026,
Finish: Not Specified

Pay

£4000

Hours

70

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Accommodation
Accommodation

Yes

Accommodation Type

Family House

Accommodation Price

Only pay for council tax and electricity

Other Accommodation Information

Smart modern 4 bedroom farm house situated on farm. Has central heating , Aga, fitted wardrobes .

More Information
Distance from shops and amenities

1/2 a mile

Smokers Accepted?

No

Driving Licence Required?

Full UK Driving Licence

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