D R & A Higgins & Son is a progressive family run dairy farm.
We are milking 220 pedigree Holsteins and rear all of our own replacements.
All field work tasks are carried out in-house alongside carrying out contract work for other farms.
We are in search of a general farm worker/herdsperson to work alongside the existing team, this would mainly be a livestock based role, with a particular focus on, the milking herd and youngstock.
Main Tasks would include;
- Milking
- Herd Health
- Feeding and Bedding youngstock
- Fencing/managing grazing
- Dehorning/Vaccinations
- Tractor Driving
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Pay: £12.50-£15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shrewsbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- farm: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: drh01