Farm type: Eurig Jenkins and family are spring block-calvers on 316ha (780 acres) at Lampeter in west Wales. Milking 420 New Zealand Friesians, supplying First Milk.
Working hours: Hours and days are flexible but would be looking at 40hours a week. Milking at 5:30am and 3pm.
Location: Pentrefelin, Talsarn, Lampeter. SA48 8QE
Salary: £12.21 / hour (or equivalent National Living Wage for age)
Start date: This position is aimed to start 1 February 2026 and the end date is flexible.
Accommodation: On site, en-suite bedroom and kitchen. 

We are looking for

A candidate with a keen interest in the dairy sector who is willing to learn, takes initiative, and can respectfully integrate into our existing team. A commitment to high standards of work and strict adherence to health and safety protocols is mandatory at all times.

Job description

This placement offers a hands-on learning opportunity within our established, high-standard spring-calving dairy business. You'll receive comprehensive training working alongside experienced staff during the critical calving period, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Key responsibilities and learning opportunities:

• Calf rearing: Primary responsibility for feeding and general care of young calves.
• Feed management: Assisting with milling, mixing, and distributing feed to the herd.
• Herd health: Working closely with staff on daily routines that are essential for maintaining healthy livestock across all age groups.
• Cattle movement and grazing: Assisting with managing cows both when housed and transitioning to pasture, depending on weather conditions and the spring grazing plan.
• General farm duties: Supporting the team with various tasks essential for the daily operation of a busy dairy farm.

Your manager

Eurig Jenkins is the fifth generation of his family to farm Pentrefelin. This opportunity offers the chance to work alongside Eurig, a progressive and ambitious dairy farmer who recently took over the family business through the Young Entrants Support Scheme. Eurig has driven a significant expansion and infrastructure development program. He has successfully increased cow numbers while ensuring long-term profitability. A graduate of Gelli Aur and Harper Adams with six months international experience working in New Zealand and commercial experience in procurement, Eurig has also benefited from three years as a Farming Connect demonstration farm, gaining access to expert advice. He is a recognized high-achiever, having recently been the winner of the FWGS All-Wales Big Bale competition, and is a regular contributor to Farmers Weekly, where applicants can read his recent articles to learn more about the farm's operations online. Eurig values continuous learning, actively participates in the Merlin discussion group, and is open to new ideas and technology, creating an ideal environment for new entrants to gain hands-on experience and develop their farm management skills.