Herd Manager - Dairy Farm - Leicestershire - £45,000 + Accommodation + Bills Paid

Herd Manager - Dairy Farm -Leicestershire -£45,000 + Accommodation + Bills Paid

We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to take responsibility for the day to day management of a well run, progressive dairy unit. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable individual to lead herd operations on a modern, family-run farm with a strong focus on cow welfare, milk quality, and efficiency.

The farm operates a split block calving system and is equipped with a 30:60 swing-over parlour and a new, purpose-built calf rearing unit, offering excellent facilities and working conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the dairy herd
• Manage milking routines, cow health, and fertility across split calving blocks
• Oversee youngstock management and utilise the new calf unit to ensure strong rearing outcomes
• Maintain high standards of milk hygiene, cow comfort, and welfare
• Liaise with vets, nutritionists, and contractors to optimise herd performance
• Keep accurate herd records, including health, breeding, and production data
• Supervise and motivate staff to ensure smooth daily operations
• Contribute to farm planning, feed management, and continuous improvement

The Candidate

• Proven experience in a senior dairy position (Assistant Herdsman, Herd Manager, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of herd health, breeding and milk production systems
• Confident working with block calving herds and modern milking systems
• Organised, reliable and able to manage staff effectively
• Competent record keeping and basic computer literacy
• Full UK driving licence required.

The Package

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE
• 3-4 bedroom house included, with all bills covered
• Supportive, family run business with a strong focus on welfare and work life balance
• Excellent facilities including modern parlour and calf rearing unit
• Opportunity to take real responsibility and input into farm decisions

How to apply

Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .