Herdsperson / Dairy Farm Worker – Kirkbuddo, Angus Scotland - £13.50 – £14.00 per hour

Herdsperson 
Herdsperson / Dairy Farm Worker – Kirkbuddo, Angus Scotland - £13.50 – £14.00 per hour

The Job:
The farm currently milks around 300 cows, with plans to expand to 450–500 cows within the next 18 months. This is a newly established dairy enterprise within a mixed farming operation that also includes potatoes, cereals, beef suckler cows, and laying hens.
Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the dairy, supporting herd health, performance, and overall efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
- Milking and maintaining high standards of parlour hygiene (44/88 Boumatic parlour with in-parlour feeding)
- Monitoring animal health and welfare
- Assisting with fertility management and calving
- Pasture management and feeding routines
- Machinery operation and general farm maintenance
- Record keeping and compliance support
- Supporting the wider farm team as required

The Company:
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists® are proud to be representing a progressive and forward-thinking dairy farming business based in Kirkbuddo, Angus, seeking a Herdsperson / Dairy Farm Worker to join their expanding team. This is an excellent hands on opportunity for a motivated and reliable individual who is passionate about dairying and keen to develop their career, with a clear pathway to progress into an Assistant Dairy Manager role.

The Candidate:
- Experienced in dairy farming (minimum 1–2 years preferred)
- Honest, dependable, and hardworking
- Confident working independently and within a team
- Committed to high standards of animal welfare
-  Keen to learn, develop, and progress into a more senior role
- A full UK driving licence and the ability to operate farm machinery safely are essential.

The Package: 
- £13.50 – £14.00 per hour (DOE)
- Clear progression pathway into an Assistant Dairy Manager role
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunity to join an expanding and forward-thinking dairy enterprise
- No accommodation provided

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@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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