Farm Administrator
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Easter Ross, Scotland
A large family-owned farming business in Easter Ross is currently seeking to appoint a Farm Administrator.
Business enterprises include Pedigree and Commercial Livestock, Arable, Renewables and Holiday Lets.
It is a progressive and modern farming business and the successful candidate will have opportunity to work within a great team who utilise some of the best advisors in the UK and New Zealand.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- General office duties, answering the phone, replying to enquires.
- Upkeep of statutory beef, sheep & arable records.
- Upkeep of farm assurance, and environmental scheme records and compliance.
- Inputting data into pedigree livestock data bases.
- Supporting on farm sales.
- Assisting with public relations, Newsletter, Industry days, schools, colleges and LEAF open farm Sundays.
- Willingness to assist on farm when required, i.e. tagging and performance recording lambs at birth.
Requirements:
- A broad understanding of Agriculture in Scotland.
- Competent IT (Excel, Word & Outlook) skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and individually.
- Willingness to work to a high standard.
- A flexible approach to work and changing priorities.
- Full driving license.
- A sense of humour.
Job Package:
Monday to Friday with some weekend work at busier times of the year.
Salary will be in the range of £21-£25k pro rata, dependent on experience with 5 weeks paid holiday per annum.
Accommodation can be provided on site if required.
If you require more information or to apply for the Farm Administration Vacancy please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to john@fearnfarm.com or phone during office hours for a chat 01862832522.