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Milking 500 Holstein Friesian dairy cows, twice daily, in a 32/32 DeLaval Herringbone Parlour.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

You will play a key role within the dairy team. The main duties of the role include: -

Milking twice daily, ensuring all activities are carried out efficiently and on time to maintain high standards of animal welfare.
Record and report information including nutrition, breeding, genetics and animal health.
Monitor the heat detection system. Ensure cows are presented for service to maximise levels of herd fertility. AI qualification and experience essential.
Maintain herd records including CIS, the medicine book, health events and individual cow records.
Ensure no milk quality failures, including antibiotic failures and excessive temperatures.
Work as part of a team to support farm operations and the care of livestock.

Currently, milking in a ten year old 32/32 DeLaval Herringbone Parlour whilst construction takes places of a 60 point Dairymaster Rotary Parlour.

SALARY - dependant on experience / accommodation needs

Must have a legal right to work in the UK at time of application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person