A progressive rural estate near Masham, North Yorkshire, is looking for an experienced Head Stockperson / Livestock Manager to lead and develop its organic and regenerative suckler beef enterprise. The role covers around 580 acres of organic grassland, plus a further 105 acres of grazing within the arable rotation. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take responsibility for a livestock enterprise and have a real say in how it develops.
The Farming System
The Estate is committed to organic and regenerative farming, with a focus on healthy soils, biodiversity, animal health and producing quality food. The Angus suckler herd is Pasture for Life certified, with a focus on low-input farming, strong maternal genetics and a healthy, resilient herd.
The Role
Working closely with the Owner and Estate Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Managing and developing the suckler herd.
- Livestock health, welfare, breeding, calving and youngstock.
- Grazing, grassland and forage management.
- Day-to-day farm operations and contractors.
- Fencing, field maintenance and general farm upkeep.
- Machinery, vehicle and equipment maintenance.
- Organic, Pasture for Life and statutory records.
- Supporting environmental schemes and projects.
- Helping shape the future development of the farm.
The Person
We are looking for someone who is practical, experienced and passionate about livestock and the land.
You will ideally have:
- Good experience with beef cattle, preferably sucklers.
- Strong knowledge of livestock health, welfare and breeding.
- Experience or a real interest in organic, regenerative or low-input farming.
- An interest in soils, grassland and biodiversity.
- The ability to work independently and make decisions.
- Good organisational and practical skills.
- A willingness to contribute ideas and help develop the enterprise.
- Work with and support the wider estate team.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Accommodation options available.
- Company pension.
- Estate vehicle.
- Contribution towards mobile phone costs.
- The opportunity to lead and develop a growing organic and regenerative livestock enterprise.
- Supportive team where collaboration is encouraged.
Weekend work and flexibility will be required, particularly during calving and other busy periods.
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