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We are looking for a Dairy Herdsperson to carry out all day-to-day routines associated with the running of a high yielding dairy herd and associated youngstock
The herd has 220 - 240 Holstein cows plus followers, on an autumn/winter block calving system. Herd averages 10,500 litres on twice a day milking, with high health status. All replacements reared on site.
Permanent
Start: 3/04/2025,
Finish: 11/04/2025
£1,700 - £1,900 per month
Full time 35 hours per week + 6 hours contracted overtime
Yes
Family House
None
Family house available on site, excellent opportunities for partner to work in local area or Edinburgh. 10 minutes from Edinburgh city bypass. Good local schools available.
10 minutes walk to Roslin, 5 minutes drive to Straiton Retail park
No
Full UK Driving Licence
Tractor
•You will be responsible for the day to day cleaning, milking, welfare and husbandry of the dairy herd. •Experience of Calf and Heifer rearing •You must be committed to animal welfare and have sound skills in animal handling and animal care / welfare. •Other duties such as basic tractor/telehandler driving, feeding, bedding, fencing and maintenance will provide variety to the role •You must have good working knowledge and recent experience of dairy cows including recognition of ill health and common problems. •The ability to work in a physically demanding environment is essential. •Ability to work regularly over weekends and holidays as part of a rota and from time to time work extra hours in evenings as required by the farm manager. Closing date 11th April 2025
