Herdsperson

Herdsperson – Wingfield, Wiltshire

Passionate about dairy farming? Join our family-run, forward-thinking farm and play a vital role in the care and success of our herd.

About Us

Located in the village of Wingfield, Wiltshire, our family-run farm is home to 740 Holstein Friesian cows, supplying milk to a premium supermarket. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare and productivity. Our farm operates a high-input, high-output grazing system with year-round calving, milking twice daily on a rotary parlour.

As a closed herd, we rear all our heifers both on-site and with our trusted contract rearer. Join a supportive team committed to continuous improvement and innovative farming practices.

The Role

As Herdsperson, you’ll work alongside our Dairy Manager and a skilled team to ensure the health, welfare, and productivity of our herd. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Milking: Assisting with twice-daily milking, ensuring efficiency and high standards.
• Animal Health: Monitoring the health of cows, identifying issues promptly, and ensuring appropriate treatment.
• Parlour Hygiene: Ensuring the milking parlour is clean, organized, and running efficiently.

We’re seeking a passionate and proactive individual with:

• Experience in dairy farming.
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and empathy for livestock.
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify and address issues early.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Confidence and enthusiasm for taking responsibility for youngstock care and supporting the milking herd.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

A full UK driving licence.

The right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us?

We value our team and offer a supportive, rewarding working environment, including:

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy every other weekend off and a midweek day off, with a 10-day working fortnight.
• Team Spirit: Regular staff socials, including Christmas parties, bonfire events, and breakfast after milking shifts.
• Professional Development: Access to tailored training programs, industry events, and external courses.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 28 days of annual leave, increasing by one day per year of service, up to 31 days.
• Forward-Thinking Environment: Be part of a farm committed to innovation and improvement.

Location

Wingfield is a charming Wiltshire village with a local pub and school, just 20 minutes from the historic city of Bath. Enjoy the benefits of a rural lifestyle with easy access to amenities and cultural attractions.

Ready to join a progressive farm and make a difference? Apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Are you happy to start work at 4am?
• Are you able to commute to work for a split shift? 4am - 10am then 2pm - 7pm

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Calf rearer/herdsperson 24