Shepherd/Stockperson

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our client is recruiting for a Shepherd/Stockperson for a farm in Devon, EX13.

An exciting new job vacancy has arisen on a 800-acre family farm.

Our client operates a closed flock of performance-recorded Lleyn ewes and ewe lambs, which have been part of the AHDB Challenge sheep project for the last 7 years.

They use Eid with TGM Select Sheepware, along with a Tru-Test XR5000, to collect and manage data and work closely with vets to drive the flock's performance and production forward.

They finish beef cattle, alongside a herd of suckler cows and calves.

Person specifications:

• Enthusiastic and passionate about livestock
• Exceptional animal husbandry skills
• Further training (if required) is offered
• Own working dog would be an advantage, or the ability to use a dog or willingness to learn is essential
• Ability to drive a tractor/JCB, quad bike and shepherd/trailer licence preferable

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum DOE

Plus:

• Pension
• 28 days holiday
• Bacon sandwich on a Friday morning
• Farm Christmas party
• Accommodation

Accommodation:

A local family house in the village at £700 P/M plus bills.
Or
Parkhome onsite at £75 per week plus bills for a single person or a couple.

Hours:

• 07:30 - 18:00 Monday to Friday and every other Saturday
• Could be flexible on days
• Could be flexible on times

For further details, please call Roadhogs Recruitment Ltd.

All applications are dealt with in strict confidence, and our applicant service is free.

Currently, we can only accept applications from UK or EU nationals with the right to work in the UK.