Farm and Estate Technician (Beef)
About The Position
The Farm and Estate Technician (Beef) will lead the development and management of the College’s 180-head beef unit and small suckler herd across a 162-hectare (400-acre) estate. This hands-on role is responsible for the day-to-day care and management of the herd and beef enterprise, including grazing, forage and feed planning and management, herd health, record keeping, and general estate upkeep. The role operates within a regenerative, conservation-focused system and alongside a 150-head sheep flock, crop production, equine and small animal centres, and an outdoor pig farrowing unit. Working closely with the Head of Estate, the technician will run the College beef enterprise and help ensure efficient, well-organised livestock operations, while shaping the enterprise in line with wider estate priorities. The role also involves working with students by demonstrating livestock husbandry and machinery skills and providing practical learning opportunities. The technician will work with other estate technicians on seasonal farm and estate tasks, contributing to student demonstrations and routine estate management. The position is 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Normal working hours are 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. across a five-day week, with some variation according to role demands and planned rotational weekend and out-of-hours overtime for welfare checks, lambing, and harvest as required. Salary is £27,994–£29,856 per annum.
Requirements
- Proven experience in beef husbandry, management, and health, including calving, calf rearing, and livestock administration.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for the land-based sector.
- Ability to work independently using own initiative and as part of a wider team.
- Passion for practical outdoor work and pride in achieving high standards.
- High expectations for safety, cleanliness, and presentation.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and management of the 180-head beef unit and small suckler herd.
- Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the College beef enterprise and livestock operations.
- Carry out daily livestock checks and feeding routines, bedding, breeding-cycle management, and calving.
- Administer basic treatments and vaccinations, and use cattle handling systems and related technology.
- Manage grazing, forage and feed planning, and herd health.
- Safely operate and maintain tractors and telehandlers for feeding, bedding, and general field operations, including forage production.
- Gather and record performance data and update electronic records to support compliance with assurance schemes and Government legislation.
- Provide practical learning opportunities and demonstrate livestock husbandry and machinery skills to small groups of students.
- Work with other estate technicians on seasonal farm and estate tasks and the operation of the College estate.
- Maintain high standards of animal welfare, safety, cleanliness, and farm presentation.
- Undertake planned rotational weekend and out-of-hours work for welfare checks, lambing, and harvest as required.
Benefits
- Pension scheme with 18% employer contribution.
- Access to health services.
- Corporate discounts.
- Annual leave starting at 26 days, plus bank holidays.
- PPE and workwear provided.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- On-site accommodation potentially available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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