General Farm Worker / Stock Person – Myton on Swale
We are looking for a full-time General Farm Worker to join our team at our large cattle finishing and arable farm.
The role is based in Myton on Swale (9 miles from Boroughbridge) on a modern farm with up-to-date machinery. The farm finishes around 3,000 cattle a year and farms 1,200 acres of land.
The candidate will undertake various farming tasks including cattle and tractor work.
The main responsibilities are:
· Feeding and bedding of cattle
· Administering vaccines to cattle and keeping records of these
· Mucking out of cattle sheds
· Maintaining farm machinery to a good standard
· Some other ad hoc duties during busy times (e.g. during Harvest)
The role will report directly to the Farm Manager and suitable candidates will have:
· Experience of driving agricultural vehicles
· Knowledge cattle husbandry desirable but not essential
· Forklift certificate desirable (training provided to the right candidate)
· Right to work in the UK
· A full UK driving Licence
The successful individual will be enthusiastic, reliable and happy to work outdoors in all weather. They should be polite, have good communication skills and a flexible approach to their duties. Hours: 8am-5pm Mon - Fri (1-hour daily breaks). Some weekend work / longer hours during harvest
28 days holiday, including bank holidays.
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience
Please send your CV quoting ref RR1612 to mail@ruralrecruits.co.uk or if you would like any further information on the role.
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