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    University Farm Manager – Wales - De Lacy Executive

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    Description

    A rare opportunity for a progressive, farm manager to take the reins of a renowned university farm. Joining the organization at this time of significant change and rethinking of the way that the university farm operates, you will have considerable influence over its future direction.

    The farm is 600 hectares in size and predominantly livestock focused - dairy, beef and sheep, with grass, legumes and cereals being grown for feed. As a university farm, its primary purpose is to support teaching and research and therefore you will be involved in trials and research projects.

    As Farm Manager you will be responsible for day to day management of the farm, budgeting, health and safety and ensuring the farm maximises its commercial viability whilst supporting its academic purpose.

    The successful candidate will be an experienced farm manager with excellent leadership and communication skills – not only will you manage the farm team but you will also work closely with a variety of people including lecturers, researchers and students at times.

    The role:

    • Manage and oversee farm operations
    • Manage farm budget and business plan
    • Facilitate knowledge exchange, research and teaching
    • Involvement in research and trials
    • Team leadership – support and mentor staff
    • Ensure high levels of farm health and safety
    • Optimise farming income
    • Record keeping

    About you:

    • Successful track record in farm management
    • Dairy, beef and sheep farming experience
    • Leadership skills
    • Driving licence
    • HND or BSc in Agriculture or related field (Desirable)

    The Package:

    • Onsite accommodation
    • Competitive salary reflective of skills and experience
    • 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
    • Enhanced employer pension contribution

    How do I apply?

    For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: Preferred number) / or e-mail your CV and covering letter To Thank you.

    De Lacy Executive Recruitment will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application.

    More information about our processing activities can be found at .

    Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview.

    De Lacy Executive Recruitment is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive Recruitment complies with all relevant data protection legislation.


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