Bishop Burton College is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking manager for its 300 hectare mixed farm, supporting students to develop their higher level technical skills. The new post-holder will be well-supported and this opportunity would suit someone who wishes to fast-track their farm management career.
You will have excellent arable and livestock husbandry skills, together with a sound understanding of business management, farm records and accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to develop the use of the latest precision agriculture technologies which come with the college’s status as an Institute of Technology.
Working to sustainable farm management principles, you will deliver excellent arable and livestock performance comparable with commercial benchmarks. You will manage livestock systems which demonstrate the very best in animal welfare practices. You will maintain high standards of estate maintenance and have an eye for detail to manage what is effectively a showcase farm.
You will have excellent communication skills and the people skills necessary to effectively manage the farm staff team and to support student learning on the farm.
Family living accommodation is available on campus.
