About the Role:

An exciting position has become available to become an integral part of our clients’ dairy operations looking after their dairy herd & team. The farm is in Co.Antrim Northern Ireland, located just 25min drive from Belfast city. You will be working on a modern dairy unit that consists of 400-500 head of cattle.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Milking & Herding
• Calf Rearing & Calving
• Vaccinations
• Mastitis Control
• Feeding livestock with modern telehandler
• Light field machinery work during spring and summer months
• Cow Care – Infections, Treatments
• Lameness Treatments/ Foot bathing
• Bedding & Cleaning cow & calf sheds
• Fencing & General farm maintenance
• Hedge cutting, strimming & spraying
• Experience in AI

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in Artificial Insemination
• Good communication skills
• Have experience in team management
• Competent in farm management software
• A confident team player and leader
• Extensive dairy experience – Minimum 4 years
• X2 References from a Dairy Farmer
• Valid Passport
• Driver’s License
• Age: 20-26

What's in it if for you?

• Salary: £30,960 Annually (R712,080)
• Yearly Performance Related Bonus
• Fully Furnished 1 Bedroom Apartment on the Farm at a monthly cost of £500 PCM (All Bills included – Water, Electricity, Gas, WIFI, Council Tax
• 28 Days Paid Holiday A year
• Pension - 3% from the employer and 5% from employee
• Year UK Visa Sponsorship provided by Employer, with option to extend further and gain British Citizenship

Skilled Worker Visa Requirements

To qualify for a Skilled Worker Visa, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Grade 12 High school certificate
• Visa Application Funding: Must independently cover the cost of the visa application.
• English Proficiency: Successfully complete a SELT (Secure English Language Test) or equivalent to demonstrate required English language skills.
• Travel Arrangements: Responsible for financing your own flights to the UK.
• Health Requirements: Obtain a Tuberculosis (TB) test certificate.
• Police Clearance: Provide a valid SAPS365 Police Clearance Certificate.
• Maintenance Funds: Show proof of at least £1,270 in available funds to support living expenses for the 1st Month in the UK.
• Immigration Health Surcharge Funding: £1,035 for Annual Medical Cost

***Please note that this position is open to South African Citizens only***