Dairy Herd Manager

​ Dairy Herd Manager
Vacancy Reference: 61017 AB

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Are you an experienced dairy professional ready to take the lead on herd performance, health and productivity?

Could your experience with herd data, fertility and modern dairy technology help drive the performance of a progressive dairy enterprise?

Are you looking for your next dairy management opportunity where you can combine practical herd skills with technology, data and continuous improvement?

The Job Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Herd Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management, welfare and performance of the dairy herd.

Working closely with the Head of Farming, you will use herd data and performance information to drive improvements in milk production, fertility, herd health and overall efficiency. This role would suit an innovative and commercially aware dairy professional who is confident with facts and figures and keen to embrace new technology and modern farming practices.

Location: Pembrokeshire, Wales

Salary Package: Competitive salary to be discussed depending on skills and experience + Accommodation.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage the dairy herd to high standards of animal welfare and husbandry
Monitor and improve milk production, fertility, herd health and longevity
Oversee calving, youngstock development and colostrum management
Analyse herd KPIs, performance data and trends to identify areas for improvement
Utilise herd management software and robotic milking data to support decision-making
Support the implementation and optimisation of robotic milking technology
Work closely with vets, nutritionists, breeding advisors and other external specialists
Support grazing management, sustainability and environmental objectives
Lead, support and develop members of the farm team
Promote high standards of Health & Safety across the dairy operation
Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and innovation across the enterprise

Essential Candidate Requirements:
Strong practical dairy farming and herd management experience
Excellent livestock husbandry and animal welfare knowledge
Experience of calving, fertility and herd health management
Confident working with herd performance data, KPIs, facts and figures
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills
Proactive, innovative and solutions-focused approach
Full UK driving licence

Desirable Candidate Requirements:
Experience with robotic milking systems
Strong IT and data analysis skills, ideally including Power BI or similar reporting tools
Experience using herd management and recording software
Knowledge of grazing management and sustainable/regenerative farming practices
Agricultural qualification such as HND, Degree or equivalent
Previous supervisory or people management experience

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How to apply:

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Please send your CV to; Angel Bains – Recruitment Delivery Consultant

*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*

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