Livestock Ranger

Are you passionate about livestock husbandry and undertaking agricultural work? We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our small, friendly team.

About us: The Box Moor Trust is a registered charity that manages nearly 500 acres of grazing and amenity land on behalf of the local community in Hemel Hempstead and Bovingdon. Predominantly open access, our estate comprises a range of habitats subject to varied management plans including the river Bulbourne (a rare chalk stream), Roughdown Common (a SSSI consisting of unimproved chalk grassland) and Gadespring (an ex-watercress growing site now managed as a wetland nature reserve). Most of the estate is subject to conservation grazing, as it would have been 400 years ago when the Trust was formed, grazed by our herd of Belted Galloway cows, our homebred Norfolk Horn sheep and a small tribe of Old English Goats – all rare breeds.

About the role: You will assist in the day-to-day care and management of the Trust’s livestock. Key responsibilities include:

• Livestock Handling and Management – good understanding of the biology and husbandry of farm animals including the ‘5 freedoms’ and how to provide for their needs in all circumstances.
• Agricultural Work – experienced in driving a tractor with trailer on and off road.
• Machinery and Equipment – skilled in the use of machinery and hand tools involved in maintaining stock fencing and those used in land-based tasks (such as brush cutters)
• Health and Safety – knowledge of legislation relevant to a countryside/agricultural setting.

Rewards:

• 6% employer pension contribution.
• Training opportunities provided when required
• 25 days holiday rising to 30 days, based on length of service, plus bank holidays.

Hours: 35 hours per week, normally 0800-1600 Monday to Friday with one hour for lunch 1230-1330. Flexibility will be required due to seasonal workloads, such as lambing. Ability to work evenings and weekends essential for the role.