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Reference: MAY20259164

Location: The Oa, Islay

Salary: £44,135.00 – £47,178.00 Per Annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time

Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days\’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Responsibilities

We are looking for a robust and competent individual for the challenging role of Farm Manager on our Oa Reserve on the Hebridean Island of Islay. Reporting to the Senior Farms Manager, and assisted by a stockperson, you will be responsible for:

• Managing 40 Highland cows crossed to a Whitebred Shorthorn bull,
• Overseeing 80 Highland cows bred to Charolais bulls,
• Supervising 400 NCC hill Cheviot ewes.

This is no ordinary farm job. You will be working closely with the site’s conservation team to deliver against the outcomes in the five-year management plan, contributing to its reviews and updates. You will be an important part of the wider Argyll, Arran & Ardnamurchan team.

A two-bedroom farmhouse flat is available to the successful candidate.

Essential Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• An agricultural qualification or equivalent experience.
• Cattle and sheep management experience, preferably in a hill/upland setting, including record keeping.
• Veterinary and medicine handling skills.
• Fencing and shearing skills.
• Able to work long, physically demanding hours over challenging terrain.
• Ability to safely operate machinery and road vehicles.
• Interest in the wider aspects of the position and pride in high standards of farming.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• Staff management and teamwork skills.
• Budget management and negotiation skills.
• Dog handling skills and own dog.
• Machinery and power tools certification.
• Possession or willingness to obtain a firearms certificate.
• Advocacy for RSPB Scotland.

If you think this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Application Details

Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 15th June 2025.

Interviews are expected to be conducted from 27th June 2025.

To apply, click the button to be directed to our website to complete your application, including evidence of how you meet the required skills and experience.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We especially encourage applications from people of colour and disabled individuals, as they are underrepresented in our sector. Please contact us for additional support if needed.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer, covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and a licensed sponsor for UK visas.

No agencies please.

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