Yardperson

About the role

We’re looking for a reliable, practical and hardworking Yardperson to join our team at Hurkledale Farm, on a full-time and permanent basis. This is a varied, hands‑on role supporting the day‑to‑day running of a busy dairy farm.

• General yard work to maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Being responsible for the bedding of livestock pens twice per week
• Overseeing and managing all deliveries arriving at the farm, ensuring vehicles are directed to the correct location and goods are unloaded safely and efficiently
• Taking ownership of all delivery documentation, ensuring delivery notes and other associated paperwork are completed, filed and maintained correctly
• Carrying out routine checks and reporting any issues identified across the farm
• Disposing of any yard waste in line with farm procedures and environmental standards
• Operating farm machinery, including telehandler and tractors
• Assisting with other seasonal or ad ho d duties as required, including work on some weekends

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Able to manage both practical yard duties and administrative responsibilities
• Organised with good attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to learn and take on a variety of tasks
• Has a telehandler licence (preferred) – training can be provided
• Interested in farming or has demonstrable on‑farm experience
• Full driving licence and able to commute to our farm in Cummertrees, near Annan
• Able to work ad hoc weekends during busy periods

• Full training for the right candidate
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to develop practical farm skills and experience
• 45‑50 hours per week, to be worked over a negotiable working pattern
• Competitive salary – £13.60 – £16.00 per hour, depending on experience

Please apply with an up to date CV and a short covering note about your experience and why you’re interested in this role.