Assistant Dairy Herd Manager – South East Scotland – £40,000 – £60,000 + Accommodation

Job Description

Overview

Assistant Dairy Herd Manager – South East Scotland – £40,000 – £60,000+ Accommodation

The Job

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Assistant Dairy Herd Manager to join a progressive indoor dairy operation in South East Scotland. Working closely with the Owner / Herd Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day herd management and stepping into leadership responsibility when required. The role involves working alongside an established team of eight staff and contributing to the management of a high-performing herd of approximately 500 milking cows, along with youngstock and calves at foot.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Owner / Herd Manager in the day-to-day running of the dairy operation
• Take operational responsibility for herd management in the manager’s absence
• Milking and overseeing the performance of a 500-cow indoor herd
• Heifer and calf management, ensuring strong health, welfare, and growth performance
• Carry out and support AI breeding programmes
• Assist with staff coordination and daily task planning
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare, hygiene, and operational efficiency

The Candidate

• Previous experience in a dairy herd management or senior herdsperson role
• Practical experience carrying out AI
• Strong hands-on approach with the ability to lead when required
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Committed to high animal welfare and herd performance standards

The Package

• Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
• Modern 3-bedroom accommodation provided
• Opportunity to work within a progressive indoor dairy system
• Long-term career development within a supportive farming business

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Principle Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .