Experienced Herd Manager available
Application deadline: 18 November 2026, 11:59 pm UK time
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DAIRY HERD MANAGER
INTRODUCTION
We are working confidentially with an experienced Dairy Herd Manager, available from November 2026, who is seeking their next long-term opportunity within the South West. With over 10 years’ experience working within the dairy sector, they bring a strong combination of practical herd management, grassland knowledge and team leadership.
Preferred Location: South West – Dorset, Devon, Somerset & Cornwall
Relocation: Yes
Family Set-Up: Partner, no children
Housing Required: Yes – suitable for couple
Salary Expectation: £45,000
Preferred Dairy Style: Grassland Management
DAIRY EXPERIENCE
• Current Dairy Herd Manager with previous Head Herdsman and Herdsman experience
• Experience with dairy herds up to 500 cows
• Strong hands-on dairy background combined with management responsibility
• Experienced managing staff rotas, workloads and daily dairy operations
NEXT ROLE
Role: Dairy Herd Manager / Senior Herd Management
Location: Dorset / Devon / Somerset / Cornwall
Salary Expectation: £45,000
Housing: Required – suitable for couple
Relocation: Yes
Preferred System: Grassland-focused dairy management
Availability: November 2026
YOUR NEXT HIRE COULD ALREADY BE TALKING TO US
At Talent Agri, we’re focused on delivering a recruitment service that combines quality, speed and value. We aim to be highly competitive on both service delivery and cost, while keeping the process straightforward and confidential.
Every candidate we represent has contacted us directly and is working with Talent Agri confidentially to find their next opportunity.
Whether you’re looking for a Herd Manager, Herdsperson, Milker or Dairy Farm Manager, contact us to discuss your requirements. We can confidentially source and introduce suitable dairy professionals matched to your farm, system and location.
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enquiry@talentagri.co.uk
07846 378655
Qualifications & experience
- Herd health and livestock treatments
- AI and breeding
- Foot trimming
- Dry cow and transition management
- Calving and maternity
- Calf rearing and youngstock management
- Grazing and grassland management
- Staff leadership and delegation
- Practical maintenance, fencing and machinery
Candidate requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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