Walston Braehead Farm – Lanarkshire, Scotland
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of Scotland’s most innovative and award-winning dairy sheep and goat enterprises.
At Walston Braehead Farm, we are passionate about exceptional animal welfare, premium dairy production, and producing some of the finest cheeses in the country. Our achievements include:
Scottish Dairy Product Overall Champion – Royal Highland Show 2025
Scotland’s Best Cheese – Artisan Dairy Awards 2026
Scottish Best Cheese - World Cheese Awards 2025
Along with numerous other industry awards and accolades
We are now looking for an ambitious, commercially aware Herd & Flock Dairy Manager to play a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.
This is a hands-on management position where livestock rearing and stockmanship are at the heart of the role. You will oversee the daily management of our dairy sheep and dairy goat enterprises, ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, milk quality, hygiene, and operational efficiency.
This is also a leadership role. We are looking for someone capable of helping build and develop a strong team structure that allows the business owners to step back from day-to-day operations and focus on wider business development and growth opportunities.
The role would suit someone who thrives in a progressive farming environment, enjoys responsibility, and takes pride in achieving high standards.
Day-to-day management of dairy sheep and dairy goats
Livestock rearing and youngstock management
Milking operations and parlour management
Maintaining exceptional hygiene and milk quality standards
Feeding, grazing, and nutritional management
Monitoring animal health, fertility, and performance
Staff management, leadership, and training
Managing staff rotas and weekend cover
Assisting with recruitment and team building
Creating efficient systems and routines within the dairy enterprise
Record keeping and compliance
Assisting with visitors, customers, and public engagement
Helping drive efficiency, profitability, and business growth
Has excellent livestock handling and stockmanship skills
Understands commercial farming and attention to margins
Has leadership ability and enjoys developing teams
Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Maintains very high hygiene and presentation standards
Is practical, proactive, and self-motivated
Is confident communicating with customers and the public
Enjoys working as part of an ambitious and growing business
Has a genuine passion for progressive dairying and livestock production
Is flexible and willing to work weekends
A genuinely exciting opportunity within a growing premium dairy business
The chance to work with award-winning products and livestock
Competitive salary based on experience
Supportive and progressive working environment
Opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape the future of the enterprise
Walston Braehead Farm is a progressive Scottish farming business specialising in dairy sheep, dairy goats, livestock rearing, and artisan cheese production. We are committed to high welfare, outstanding product quality, innovation, and creating a positive experience for customers and visitors.
