Family-owned farm encompassing 600 acres near Shepton Mallet, Somerset. The farm team operates a flexible shift pattern with all staff working an average 9 hours a day, with a shift pattern of 11 days on, 3 days off.
The role would be tractor/loader work, feeding cattle, scraping, disbudding, calf feeding, and occasional milking. We are looking for somebody proactive and willing to engage to progress the farm forwards. The role is mixed which would offer a range of experiences and allow somebody to advance their current skillset and grow knowledge in new areas.
Located in between Shepton Mallet and Wells. Currently, no accommodation to offer so seeking local people who are willing to commute or willing to help source local accommodation if necessary.
The applicant needs to be willing to learn with a can-do attitude. Experience of dairy farming is helpful but not essential as all necessary training will be given to the right candidate. Needs to be willing to participate in regular team meetings and provide constructive input to the running of the dairy unit.
Please send CVs to mdoig@velcourt.co.uk
