Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator - South West Scotland - £36,000 + Accommodation
£36k per annumFull-time
Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator
Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator – South West Scotland – £36,000 + Accommodation The Job:
An established dairy farming business in South West Scotland is looking for an experienced Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator to join its team.
You will be responsible for preparing and distributing feed across a large dairy herd, operating modern agricultural machinery and ensuring feeding routines are carried out accurately and efficiently.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with practical dairy farm experience and confident machinery skills. Previous experience using diet feeders or mixer wagons would be an advantage, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, mix and distribute daily feed rations in line with established feeding plans
- Operate tractors, diet feeders, telehandlers and other agricultural machinery safely
- Monitor feed quantities, quality and intakes to maintain consistent feeding standards
- Manage feed stocks, check ingredient availability and arrange supplies when required
- Oversee silage clamp management, helping maintain feed quality and minimise waste
- Use digital weighing and feeding systems to monitor ration accuracy and performance
- Carry out routine machinery checks, basic maintenance and general equipment care
- Work alongside the wider dairy team to maintain good standards of livestock welfare and farm efficiency The Company:
The role is based on a substantial, progressive dairy farming operation in South West Scotland, with a large milking herd and modern feeding systems.
The business has an established team and places importance on efficient farm operations, animal welfare and maintaining consistent livestock management standards.
The Candidate:
- Previous experience working on a dairy farm, with a good understanding of livestock feeding requirements
- Strong tractor-driving skills and experience operating agricultural machinery
- Confident handling larger machinery safely and working independently
- Experience using diet feeders or mixer wagons would be beneficial
- Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage feeding schedules and monitor feed stocks
- Practical approach to machinery maintenance, feed quality and general farm duties
- Able to work well as part of a team and flexible to meet the requirements of a dairy farming operation The Package@
- Salary of £36,000 per annum DOE
- Three bedroom cottage provided, approximately one mile from the farm
- No rent payable; employee responsible for council tax and household utility bills
- Working hours of 7:30am–5:00pm
- Every second weekend off
- Opportunity to work with modern agricultural machinery and feeding technology
- Supportive and established farming team Please email your CV to Alain Adorisio , Recruitment Delivery Consultant at AAdorisio @agriRS.co.uk . Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator – South West Scotland – £36,000 + Accommodation The Job:
An established dairy farming business in South West Scotland is looking for an experienced Dairy Feed & Machinery Operator to join its team.
You will be responsible for preparing and distributing feed across a large dairy herd, operating modern agricultural machinery and ensuring feeding routines are carried out accurately and efficiently.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with practical dairy farm experience and confident machinery skills. Previous experience using diet feeders or mixer wagons would be an advantage, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, mix and distribute daily feed rations in line with established feeding plans
- Operate tractors, diet feeders, telehandlers and other agricultural machinery safely
- Monitor feed quantities, quality and intakes to maintain consistent feeding standards
- Manage feed stocks, check ingredient availability and arrange supplies when required
- Oversee silage clamp management, helping maintain feed quality and minimise waste
- Use digital weighing and feeding systems to monitor ration accuracy and performance
- Carry out routine machinery checks, basic maintenance and general equipment care
- Work alongside the wider dairy team to maintain good standards of livestock welfare and farm efficiency The Company:
The role is based on a substantial, progressive dairy farming operation in South West Scotland, with a large milking herd and modern feeding systems.
The business has an established team and places importance on efficient farm operations, animal welfare and maintaining consistent livestock management standards.
The Candidate:
- Previous experience working on a dairy farm, with a good understanding of livestock feeding requirements
- Strong tractor-driving skills and experience operating agricultural machinery
- Confident handling larger machinery safely and working independently
- Experience using diet feeders or mixer wagons would be beneficial
- Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage feeding schedules and monitor feed stocks
- Practical approach to machinery maintenance, feed quality and general farm duties
- Able to work well as part of a team and flexible to meet the requirements of a dairy farming operation The Package@
- Salary of £36,000 per annum DOE
- Three bedroom cottage provided, approximately one mile from the farm
- No rent payable; employee responsible for council tax and household utility bills
- Working hours of 7:30am–5:00pm
- Every second weekend off
- Opportunity to work with modern agricultural machinery and feeding technology
- Supportive and established farming team Please email your CV to Alain Adorisio , Recruitment Delivery Consultant at AAdorisio @agriRS.co.uk . Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
Stay Connected
Keep up to date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering at and following us on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , and X .
About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.
Why Work With Us?
With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.
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