Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of beef cattle farming, including breeding, calving, feeding, health care, and marketing. Monitor livestock health and liaise with veterinarians for preventative and reactive care. Maintain accurate records of livestock, feed usage, treatments, breeding, and production. Develop and implement rotational grazing and pasture improvement strategies. Manage feed inventory, order supplies, and ensure proper storage. Supervise and train farm workers and contractors. Operate and maintain farm machinery and infrastructure. Ensure compliance with health, safety, animal welfare, and environmental regulations. Contribute to budgeting, financial planning, and cost control. Plan seasonal work including haymaking, silage, and crop support if mixed-farming. Person Specification: Qualifications: Degree or diploma in Agriculture, Animal Science, or related field (preferred). Certification in livestock handling, health, or safety (advantageous). Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in beef cattle management or similar livestock enterprise. Proven leadership and supervisory experience. Experience with modern livestock management systems and technologies. Skills and Competencies: Strong knowledge of beef cattle husbandry and pasture management. Good understanding of animal health and biosecurity. Mechanical aptitude for farm equipment maintenance. Strong organizational, record-keeping, and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective communication and leadership skills. Other Requirements: Full driving license (tractor and trailer license preferred). Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Physically fit and capable of manual labor in various weather conditions.

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