Situation Vacant Senior Calf Rearer - West Midlands

Calling all youngstock enthusiasts! We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented individual to optimise youngstock health and performance through expert management and cutting-edge practices. Based at our client’s facilities in the West Midlands, the Senior Calf Rearer will play a pivotal role in the successful rearing of calves from birth to weaning, applying their expertise and hands on experience to manage the daily health, nutrition and welfare of a large calf unit. Adopting best practices and maintaining high standards, you'll tackle daily challenges and drive continuous improvements in calf care. This role offers significant rewards and is ideal for motivated individuals who are excited about making an impact and contributing to the growth of a thriving business.

Role Responsibilities:

• To manage and deliver the daily calf routine; feeding, vaccinations, health checks from day old to weaning
• To monitor the health and performance of the calves, undertaking regular health checks and taking corrective action when required
• To ensure calves are housed in clean and comfortable environment that promotes optimum health
• To implement and follow strict protocols and biosecurity measures
• To develop and oversee the feeding programmes to optimise calf health and performance
• To manage and maintain accurate and up to date records to monitor performance and ensure targets are achieved

Skills you will need:
Essential:

• Proven experience in managing youngstock
• A strong understanding and knowledge of calf rearing protocols and key performance measures
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the ability to resolve challenges with positive outcomes
• Excellent attention to detail and the capacity to maintain accurate records
• Proficient IT skills, confident in using farm management software
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work collectively as a team
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform manual tasks

Remuneration: A competitive salary and package commensurate with the successful candidate's experience.

Contact Pam Jones on 07361 913180 or [email protected] to find out more