Jobs, fresher vacancy - Livestock Manager (Beef) - Kent • Sittingbourne

Company: Real Success

Sittingbourne

Shift pattern open to be discussed £40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus bonus, dependent on experienceAccommodation is available depending on your circumstancesEssential criteria:· 3 years’ experience working with Suckler Herds· Shall be highly motivated and ambitious, willing to lead shaping the future of the beef enterpriseOur FarmWe have been operating our family farm since 1968. Originally a 560-acre arable farm, we have grown into a family-run group of companies in Farming, Machinery, Contracting, Hospitality, and Construction. Our 450-strong suckler herd has in recent years been transitioning to a Stabiliser maternal herd, although some continental and Angus cross cows remain. Our herd is grazed across 3,000 acres of conservation grazing, alongside a further 2,500 acres of arable made up of a mixture of tenanted and owned.The farm is supported by a team of 5, and this position is a new role for the farm. Your roleRoles and responsibilities will include:- Day-to-day management of the herd, ensuring high standards of welfare- Fertility management including AI, bull management and genetic selection.- Support the business owners with business strategies, profitability, maximising operational efficiency, and improving overall herd health status. - Record keeping and utilising genomics to maximise herd efficiency.- Treating and identifying illnesses and working with vets when needed- Implementing feeding programmes alongside the nutritionist.- Managing a small team, ensuring jobs are completed, and the farm is tidy and safe to operateRequirements- Hold a full UK driving license- Have a UK Right to Work- You will be a hard working, honest, and reliable person - Capable of working on your own initiative - You will also be organised and self-motivated, with strong interpersonal communication skills, and be able to manage and work effectively with the farm team. Benefits- £40,000 – £45,000 per annum based on experience- Open to discussing shift pattern- Accommodation available, dependent on your circumstances- We have a supportive team dynamic, and we are providing an opportunity to make the role your own and be part of a growing and progressive business.