Senior Farm worker

Senior General Farm Worker – Mixed Livestock

County Durham

Property Included

Salary : £40,000

We are recruiting for a Senior General Farm Worker to join a mixed livestock farm based in County Durham. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced farm worker with strong tractor and machinery experience, offering a property included as part of the package.

The Role

You will take a senior, practical role in the day-to-day running of the farm, supporting livestock management, tractor work, and general farm operations.

Key Responsibilities

Daily care and management of mixed livestock, including feeding, bedding, and health checks

Operating tractors and farm machinery for feeding, fieldwork, and yard duties

Carrying out routine tractor work such as towing, loading, and field operations

Assisting with livestock handling, movements, and husbandry tasks

Supporting seasonal work including silage, bedding, fencing, and maintenance

Maintaining farm buildings, yards, and equipment to a high standard

Identifying and reporting livestock health or machinery issues

Working closely with the Farm Manager and wider team

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior or General Farm Worker

Strong tractor driving experience essential

Confident operating farm machinery safely and efficiently

Experience working with mixed livestock

Good understanding of animal welfare and on-farm health & safety

Able to work independently and take responsibility

Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, outdoor work

Full driving licence preferred

What’s On Offer

40,000 salary

Property included as part of the package

Long-term, stable role within a mixed livestock operation