Arable Manager

The Opportunity: Ready for a new challenge? Put your proven field expertise and machinery skills to work driving forage production at a progressive, forward-thinking dairy operation.

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Arable Manager to lead the production, harvesting, and management of high-quality forage for our client’s progressive dairy operation in the North West of England.  Sustainability lies at the heart of our client’s farm, with a focus on home-grown forage, including grass, maize and whole crop silage, supported by an impressive range of high-quality machinery and equipment.  The ideal candidate will combine technical knowledge with practical field experience, overseeing the forage program from planting to feeding, while helping to maximise yield and nutritional quality. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced hands-on farm manager, senior tractor driver or contractor looking to take the next step in their career, with excellent prospects for progression within a supportive operation.

The Company: A progressive family-run dairy farm renowned for high-quality production and commitment to sustainable agriculture. Blending generations of expertise with cutting-edge farming practices, it prioritises animal welfare and environmental responsibility. Its progressive approach and consistently high performance have earned national recognition across the industry. They have a strong focus on providing a positive working environment respecting team work life balance. They keep at the forefront of technology including machinery, with a  well equipped machinery fleet such as Fendt, Claas and JCB.

Role Responsibilities:

• To manage the day-to-day field operations for the growing and harvesting of grass, maize and wheat
• To perform routine field tasks, managing and operating machinery, including slurry handling, fertilising, ploughing, drilling, and silaging
• To monitor growing crops and forage quality to meet livestock nutritional requirements
• To collaborate with veterinarians, nutritionists and agronomists to help maintain herd health and field productivity
• To monitor and undertake routine maintenance of the machinery and equipment

Skills you will need:
Essential:

• Experienced in the operation of large farm machinery and equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of agricultural practices and all field operations
• An interest in soil management and crop production
• A strong communicator
• The ability to interpret and follow instructions accurately
• Organised with a high level of attention to detail
• Basic mechanical knowledge, with the ability to undertake routine maintenance
• A team player who can work collaboratively
• Honest, dedicated and driven, willing to go the “extra mile” when required
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• PA1, PA2 qualified

Remuneration: A competitive salary and package offered, including housing if required.

Are you interested? If you are interested in this role and would like to know more about it, please contact Laura on the details below.

Sector: Agriculture Machinery/ Arable/ Farm Management/ Livestock Dairy
Role: Arable Manager
Location: North West
Job Ref: CR 2463
Contact: Laura Morris
laura@culturaconnect.co.uk
07746 908620