At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage 1200-head youngstock, overseeing calf and heifer rearing operations.
- Company: Join a well-established youngstock enterprise in Southwest Scotland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary and accommodation provided.
- Other info: Position based in Whithorn, Newton Stewart.
- Why this job: Lead a dedicated team in a hands-on management role.
- Qualifications: Strong livestock husbandry skills and previous management experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Working Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of a youngstock enterprise based in Southwest Scotland. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the management of 1200-head youngstock, overseeing all aspects of calf and heifer rearing from the arrival of newborn calves through to in-calf replacement heifers. This is a hands-on position requiring someone with strong livestock husbandry skills, excellent organisational ability and the confidence to work within and lead a small team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overall management of the youngstock unit.
- Care and supervision of approx 400 calves on milk, reared using an automatic calf feeding system.
- Monitoring calf health, welfare and performance.
- Managing the transition from calves through to breeding-age heifers.
- Ensuring replacement heifers meet growth and fertility targets.
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with farm protocols.
- Working closely with veterinary advisers and the wider farm team.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Good livestock handling and husbandry skills.
- Experience working with calves and youngstock; previous management experience would be advantageous.
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Good communication and people skills.
- The ability to work effectively within a small team environment.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
- Accommodation.
- The opportunity to take responsibility for a well-established unit.
- A supportive working environment.
Please apply by email to the link below.
Youngstock Unit Manager Whithorn, Newton Stewart, Southwest Scotland employer: N Forsyth & Son
Join a thriving youngstock enterprise in the picturesque Southwest Scotland, where you will be empowered to lead and manage a dedicated team in the care of 1200-head youngstock. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values strong livestock husbandry skills and offers competitive salaries, accommodation, and opportunities for professional growth within a well-established unit. Experience the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact on animal welfare and farm productivity in a collaborative environment.
