LKL Services to Agriculture

We have a contract available on a mixed farm family business situated on the picturesque South Downs.

The vacancy involves taking day to day responsibility for the management for the 170 cow pedigree herd, with yields around 8,500 litres per cow. There is TMR feeding, winter housing in straw yards and an emphasis on milk from grass as soon as turnout allows.

This is a very solid family business with a positive, cheerful approach to everything they do, offering excellent support to a team player who will share the same high standards of dairy hygiene, quality milk production, the livestock welfare and record keeping.

An excellent three bedroom cottage in a lovely location in the grounds of Amberley Castle is available to the successful applicant as well as quality time off and excellent remuneration.

Contact:

This as an excellent career opportunity on a farm committed to the future; if you would like further details please contact James Picot on 07802 596633 for more details.

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We have an opportunity for an experienced and dedicated person (may suit someone who's partner is able to give some assistance) to take on the day -to - day responsibility for 150 pedigree F/Holstein cows, which calve all year round and are fed a partial maize/grass based TMR. Cubicle housed (with mats) and milked through a 16:16 Herringbone parlour. Part of a large family farming business, this unit is looking forward to a successful future in the dairy sector. If you have enthusiasm and ability, that you want rewarded with a good remuneration package, an excellent house next to the unit and close to superb schools and shops we would like to talk to you. This is a 365-day contract with good local relief available.

Location:

Approximately 3 miles west of Dorchester.

The Farm:

The unit is on a large estate with a significant arable operation. The herd consists of approximately 150 F/Holsteins that are cubicle housed, fed a partial TMR and milked through a 16:16 Herringbone parlour. Calving all year, the unit supplies Dairy Crest on a level supply contract. The unit has had several updates with improvements to cubicles and the parlour/milk storage. Heatime has been fitted about a year ago. The grazing is close to the unit with adequate access to the fields.

The Job:

Full day - to - day running of the unit, liaising with the consultant and farmer. DIY AI and foot trimming skills are a fundamental part of the skills set required for this position. The successful candidate will be responsible for the youngstock, working closely with the tractor driver who undertakes all the feeding. The nature of this business provides an excellent opportunity for a self motivated individual to really get to grips with the unit and run it 'like it is their own' within the constraints of the farms policy. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute fully to the monthly meeting of the farm staff, consultant and farmer.

Accommodation:

An excellent 3 double-bedroom house, with gas central heating, large kitchen/diner, lounge, utility with shower, an upstairs bathroom and double garage, a short walk from the unit, is available free from rent, rates and council tax. The village is close to good schools and shops.

Remuneration:

An excellent package is on offer to include performance related bonuses. This is a 365-day contract with good local relief available.

Contact:

For an informal discussion please contact Simon Collier on 07885 951105.

Download an application form HERE

Beachdean Farm is situated in the Chiltern Hills some 3 miles from High Wycombe and carries 260 pedigree Jersey cows supplying milk into Beachdean Ice Cream. An opportunity has arisen for a competent herdsperson to join the team and get fully involved in all aspects of the day to day management of the cows and youngstock. A complete refurbishment of the unit is currently taking place which will include a new parlour and additional cubicles this work is scheduled to be complete towards the end of this coming summer. This is an excellent opportunity for a person wanting to work with Jersey cows to gain knowledge and work within a progressive team fully committed to high standards of stockmanship and cow welfare. We offer a good package to include a large one bedroom ground floor flat, on the farm, free of rent rates and c/t together with regular time off.

Contact:

For an informal discussion regarding the vacancy please telephone Andrew Gassor on 07778 634429.

Download an application form HERE

Unfortunately our excellent Kiwi herd manager and his wife are having to return to NZ for family reasons. Therefore, we have an opportunity for a Grass System enthusiast to join the owner a former winner of the prestigious Dairy Farmer of the Year competition on his excellent grass growing farm near Crewkerne.

• 250 Autumn Block Calved Cows on a grass based syste
• Good Track access to all Paddock
• 24/24 fully automated Parlou
• Auto Shed System with excellent handling facilit
• Cubicle Housin
• Out of Parlour feeders plus Semi TM
• Good support from within the family tea
• Regular time of

This is a business that doesn't stand still and you will become very much part of that business, consulted in decision making, encouraged to take responsibility on the farm and also to get off farm to attend discussion groups, vet meetings etc. This position has worked well with a husband and wife team, but that does not preclude the right herd manager being successful in this position as other staffing will be arranged to support him. We will be pleased to speak to and consider either a team or an individual. Right Person - Right Package - following discussion with the successful candidate the package offered will be tailored to meet their requirements.

Contact:

For further information plus an informal discussion call Andrew Gassor on 07778 634429.

Download an application form HERE

Due to a career move we have a contract vacancy for an assistant herd manager to assist with the day-to-day management of this all year round calving, milk recorded herd of H/F cows currently producing 9000ltrs milking 2x. This modern unit benefits from superb facilities and includes a 60-point Fullwood rotary parlour, backing gate, auto ID with drafting and pedometers. The cows are housed on waterbed cubicles with auto scrapers and are fed a TMR. Experience with computerised records and DIY AI would be an advantage, however, attention to detail and a desire to succeed are essential. If you are a dairy enthusiast and would like to be involved with this progressive unit we can offer the necessary encouragement and support to enable you to have a significant impact on this committed dairy business. A semi-detached 3 bedroom house with double glazing and central heating is available free from rent, rates and council tax together with regular time off.

Location:

Brue Valley Farm is located in the village of Baltonsborough just outside Street. Bristol is less than 30 miles and it has easy access to the M5 and main line train services.

The Farm:

Brue Valley Farm extends to 325ha and supports an H/F herd of 600 cows currently yielding 9000ltrs. The entire milk output from the unit is processed on the farm to produce an award winning Mature Farmhouse Cheddar. All H/F youngstock are contract reared from weaning.

• 60 point Fullwood rotary parlou
• Cubicle housed with water bed
• TMR fed and restricted summer grazin
• Auto ID with drafting and pedometer
• Interherd records

The Job:

• To assist with the day to day management of the dairy unit
• The health and welfare of both the milking herd and the young / dry stock
• To ensure all stock are cared for to the highest standards of husbandry in accordance with the Herd Health Polic
• Assist with the control of lameness / routine foot trimming, heat detection and calving etc
• Ensuring the cows are milked in accordance with farm policy including frequency and cell count / bactoscan management
• Record keeping

Accommodation:

A very well appointed 3-bedroom semi-detached house with enclosed rear garden is situated in a village location a short walk form the unit and would be free from rent, rates and council tax. It has double-glazing and oil fired central heating. Good schools locally include primary in the village with secondary schools via a bus route.

Remuneration:

An excellent package is on offer for the right candidate to include generous salary and regular time off - in house relief.

Contact:

Trevor Jolley on 07766 912481

Download an application form HERE

Whether you are an aspiring future Herd Manager wanting to gain experience or a competent herdsman wishing to work within a grass based/block calving system you will not get a better opportunity than this. The Stevens family at Leaze Farm have been one of the countries leading advocates of this type of system for over forty years, plus you will be working with one of LKL's most experienced and dedicated herd managers on this exceptionally well run unit that has:-

320 Autumn Block calving cows bred for the system

Self Feed Grass & Maize Silage

24/48 Waikato Parlour

Paddock Grazing with excellent track access

Summer Irrigation

We offer an excellent package to include a very nice 3-bedroom bungalow, plus regular time off, with all amenities close by in the picturesque Cotswold town of Lechlade on Thames.

Location:

The Farm is situated just off the A417 approximately 1 mile from Lechlade on Thames and some 4 miles from Faringdon. All local amenities are available in Lechlade; Schools, Bank, Post Office small Shops plus a Hotel with gardens running down to the river.

The Farm:

This grass based system was initially established at Leaze Farm by Mr David Stevens over forty years ago following a trip by him to New Zealand. The basic system still exists, but has been continually adjusted to embrace modern technology and practices by his son Andrew to make it what it is today. The mainly all grass farm supports the dairy herd with some maize; extra areas of maize are grown on additional acres locally sourced. The 320 Friesian cows are autumn block calved from September through to the end of November. Cows would normally be paddock grazed from the middle/end of February through to being completely housed towards the end of November. The River Thames runs through the farm and irrigation is used during the summer months if required to maintain grass growth. Silage, both grass and maize, is fed on a self-feed basis from behind an electric fence. The cows are cubicle housed with sand used for bedding. The 20/40 Waikato herringbone milking parlour with feeders and collecting yard was new 4 years ago. The cows have been exceptionally well bred over the years to give the right type of cow for this system, currently mainly NZ semen is used for replacements with the later calving cows going to a beef bull. A team of two, led by the herd manager Charlie Hall (over 25 years on the farm), take care of the regular day to day duties. Milking is alternated between the two team members on a weekly basis, with the other member of the team covering the yard and outside work when not milking. Back up from other farm staff is given to cover days off.

Accommodation:

We offer an excellent remuneration package to include a 3-bedroom C/H D/G bungalow, which was extended and refurbished only two years ago, together with regular time off.

Contact:

Andrew Gassor on 07778 634429

Download an application form HERE

As the successful applicant you will be able take responsibility for the day to day management of the 300-cow herd on a recognised tight autumn block calving, forage based system. The herd, in recently updated facilities, is cubicle housed, with easy-feed grass/maize silage fed as self feed and in mangers; concentrates are fed in the 16:32 DTL parlour. There is the opportunity for the herdsman to focus on fertility and production from forage/grazing, and have an input with the youngstock and farm as a whole; with the benefit of support from an excellent assistant and this dedicated farming operation. Offered in return is an attractive 3 bedroom detached house on the farm grounds, free from council tax, rent and rates along with a very good income, and regular time off. If you can pride yourself on your level of stockmanship and would like to join a farming business committed to the future and treating their staff well, please contact our office or James Picot on 07802 596633 for more details.

Location:

The farm is situated near the town of Horley, with a choice of primary schools, village shops and facilities. The larger, popular town of Crawley is about 8 miles away with secondary schools and colleges and a huge selection of shops and amenities.

The Farm:

The unit is part of a large farming operation, approximately 750 cows in three herds, on units that are fairly close together. The farms are all well equipped and maintained. The owners are all actively involved in the running of the farms. The unit comprises of a 16:32 DTL herringbone parlour. The dairy facility is compact, and in good working order, with significant investment into new cubicles and the parlour in the last two years. The silage clamps/feeding area complete the facilities and provide a good working environment containing both cows and heifers. Approximately 320 Friesian/Holstein cows block calved over 10 weeks from the end of August. Yields are approaching 7000 litres/cow and the focus of production is margin/litre and overall profit. Support is available on this well staffed farm.

Accommodation:

An excellent 3-bedroom detached house is available. It has recently had a new kitchen and utility room, is very near the unit, in a pleasant spot on the farm grounds. The cottage is free from rent, rates and the farmer pays the council tax.

Remuneration:

Subject to negotiation; depending on age and experience. 70 days off, with an additional 5 days specifically after turnout.

Contact:

James Picot on 07802 596633

Download an application form HERE

We require a stock minded person to take the control of the youngstock unit for a modern 330 cow unit. Duties would include the daily management of the unit, together with milking, in a rota, at the dairy. The herd is cubicle housed, TMR fed and milked through a 18/36 Dairymaster parlour. You must be a good team player, but be able to work independently to high standards. DIY AI and foot trimming would be desirable. We offer a competitive remuneration, regular time off, on-going training and a 3- bedroom bungalow. Fact sheet to follow...

Contact:

Ian Lindsay on 07802 596869

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We have a new contract vacancy for an experienced herdsperson to take an active role in the day-to-day management of this high yielding herd and join a dedicated team producing milk to the highest standards. This NMR recorded 9000ltr herd calve all year round and are milked through a 32/32 H/B parlour c/w ACR's and dumpline. Recent investment has seen the introduction of an automatic cluster flush system, Heat Time and a backing gate. A simple grass, maize and wholecrop silage feeding system is backed up with OOPF and the cows are housed on sand bedded cubicles. Experience with computerised records and DIY AI would be an advantage. However, attention to detail and a desire to succeed are essential. A modern 3-bedroom house with c/h and d/g is available, on the unit, free from rent and c/tax together with regular time off and remuneration to reflect responsibility.

Location:

The farm is located in a rural location 3 miles north of Romsey. With good access to the M3 and the entire south coast Romsey has all main facilities and is a good size town. Very good schools are available at all levels within a few miles of the farm and are serviced by school buses.

The Farm:

The farm is a multi enterprise unit with arable acreage, sheep and the dairy herd. The 400 commercial cows calve all year round, are housed on sand bedded cubicles and currently yield in excess of 9000ltrs from a simple forage based feeding system and OOPF.

The Job:

The herdsperson's position is designed for someone to take a pro-active role within a dedicated team producing milk to the highest standards. They will be required to milk at least once a day and assist with organising the health and welfare of the herd whilst ensuring performance targets are met.

• Assist with the day to day management of the dairy uni
• The welfare and management of the milking herd and youngstoc
• Achieving both physical and financial target
• To ensure all stock are cared for to the highest standards of husbandry in accordance with the Herd Health Poilc
• Assisting with the control of lameness / routine foot trimming, heat detection and calving etc
• Ensuring the cows are milked in accordance with farm policy including frequency and cell count / bactoscan management

Accommodation:

A modern 3-bedroom semi-detached house with double-glazing and central heating is available and is within walking distance of the unit. It also has an enclosed and private rear garden and plenty of parking. This will be provided free from rent, rates and council tax.

Remuneration:

The salary will be dependent on the successful candidate's qualifications/experience but will reflect the responsibility of the position.

Contact:

Trevor Jolley on 07766 912481

Download an application form HERE

Location:

Situated in northern Cumbria close to the Scottish border approximately 2 miles from Warwick Bridge and the A69 trunk road, 5 miles from J43 of the M6, 7 miles from Brampton and 7 miles from the centre of Carlisle within easy reach of local schools and amenities.

The Farm:

A forward thinking and progressive 800 acre dairy farm enjoying recent expansion and investment in both the herd and unit currently supporting a 600 cow flying herd calving A.Y.R and averaging 7500 ltrs with cell counts around 200 and bactoscans around 35. The farm has recently completed the construction of a new purpose built dairy unit containing a 50 point Fullwood rotary parlour with auto ID, auto feed, ACR's, auto teat spray and many other extras. Cows wear pedometers for as part of the heat detection programme.

The unit requires only two milking at any one time with the auto teat spray arm replacing the need for a third milker, other points of interest are the remote control backing gate, auto shedding gate and excellent handling facilities including A.I stalls, vet pens and races all new and close to the parlour in this well planned modern building.

The herd office is located at the side of the milking parlour and other staff facilities incorporated into the new unit. The farm has kept the original 20/40 parlour which itself is only 8 years old. This will be used for fresh calving cows, any antibiotic cows and as a back up to the rotary. The whole farm makes for an excellent working environment for both animal and staff enabling the best to be achieved from both.

The Job:

You will undertake milkings, general stock husbandry tasks, youngstock work, working alongside our herd manager getting the most from the new unit. The farm is now closely monitoring herd performance and an exciting future lies ahead for development of the herd and the wider farm.

Accommodation:

Mobile home accommodation is currently available with possible other options suited to the successful candidate.

Remuneration:

A competitive salary, regular time off, bonus schemes and opportunities for progression await the successful candidate.

Contact:

Ian Lindsay on 07802 596869

Download an application form HERE

We have a new opportunity for a "team leader" to join our two experienced herdsmen in the day to day management of 360 Fr/Hol cows on a unit situated approximately 4 miles from Christchurch. The person required will want to lead by example and be fully involved in all aspects of the daily routine to take the unit forward and increase production and profitability. This excellent dairy was built on a green field site some six years ago and consists of an 18/36 Fullwood Parlour, backing gate, cubicles, plus loose yards etc. If you aspire for a position of responsibility within a large herd/team environment and are looking for a new challenge then we would like to speak to you. We offer a good package to include a 295-day contract and a recently refurbished 3 bedroom semi-detached cottage close to the unit and all amenities.

Location:

The dairy unit is situated approximately 2 miles from Bransgore on the edge of the New Forest and some 4 miles from Christchurch and the sandy Dorset beaches.

The Farm:

The unit was built approximately 6 years ago on a green field site the 360 cows are calving all year and milked through an 18/36 Fullwood Swingover parlour. The main milking portion of the herd is housed in cubicles with loose yards for calving and dry cows etc. Feeding is TMR, which is carried out by farm staff; yields are approximately 8000l per cow. There are good handling facilities for vet work and AI.

The position requires a person that will build a good working relationship with the two current herdspersons and become part of the team, to be fully involved with regard to the day-to-day routine, but also take on board the responsibility of record keeping, ensuring the correct implementation of agreed protocols as well as being mindful of the requirements of the M&S milk supply contract.

Accommodation:

We offer an excellent semi-detached house, kitchen, large living room, 3 bedrooms and a bathroom plus full oil fired central heating and garden. The farmer pays the council tax.

Remuneration:

This is a 295-day contract with 70 days per annum off with on farm relief. The remuneration will be discussed at interview.

Contact:

For an informal discussion please contact Andrew Gassor on 07778 634429.

Download an application form HERE