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We have a new vacancy for a skilled stockperson to work within an LKL team on a family business with a throughput of 2500 animals per year near Lewes, East Sussex. The farm overall acreage is 1100 acres of grazing land, forage leys and arable. The grassland supports the cattle and is the forage acres for a haylage enterprise, grain from the arable land is milled on site for calf/stock rations. The prime focus will be responsibility for the milk calves which is the backbone of the business. The calves are reared on milk bars and milk machines. The calves are taken through weaning and grown on to sale at 200 kgs for the majority and some kept and sold later as stores. The farm also finishes bull beef and grazes beef cattle to finishing along with a suckler herd of fifty cows. The vacancy offers: - • The opportunity to apply stock and leadership skills within a progressive farming business. • The chance to set your own targets and make your own results within a highly skilled and willing team. • Working with technology, including Tru Test EID weigh system and Farm Matters Recording System. We are looking for a local person who has both the livestock and technical knowledge and experience, along with the personnel skills necessary to work within a team who are all keen to work together to ensure the continued success of this unit. If you believe you have the core experience and qualities necessary to make an impression by example, and are looking to further your career, please contact James Picot on for more details. No overseas applicants without a work visa For a full list of our current vacancies please visit our website at

Full-Time Calf/Youngstock Rearer

Working Farm Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen to manage the Estate's farming enterprise, working closely with the Managing Director on the long-term strategic development of the business and to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the farm and team. Iford Estate is a large agricultural Estate near Lewes, East Sussex, comprising 1200ha of mixed farming, including 800ha of arable cropping and 160 head of suckler cows. The Estate is well diversified in enterprises including Holiday Lets, office, workshop and house lets, shooting, fishing and a livery business. The Estate is also leading the way in providing large scale Biodiversity Net Gain for developers and actively exploring all natural capital markets. Main Duties/Responsibilities <ul> <li>Coordination of day-to-day activities</li> <li>Maximising farm profit whilst working within our Estate goals and ambitions</li> <li>Keeping accurate and up to date records</li> <li>Procurement of farm inputs and machinery</li> <li>Management of crop and livestock production systems to a high standard</li> <li>Grain store management and monitoring</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with H&amp;S, Red Tractor, Countryside Stewardship, Cross Compliance etc</li> <li>Assisting with implementing our ambitious Nature Recovery Scheme</li> <li>Tractor and livestock work as required</li> <li>A competitive employment package dependant on skills and experience will be offered, together with a house on the estate.</li> </ul> Person Specification <ul> <li>Educated to degree level</li> <li>At least 5 years experience in using modern farm machinery</li> <li>Sound and practical experience of working with cattle and combinable crops</li> <li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail</li> <li>Proficient in using financial and farm management systems</li> <li>Positive, hands-on, can-do, progressive and open minded attitude to work</li> <li>Proactive and flexible approach to work</li> <li>Willing to take responsibility and ownership of tasks</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously when required, alongside effective teamwork and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Ability to motivate and lead the farms labour force</li> <li>Hold a current UK driving licence</li> <li>Hold PA1 and PA2 certificates</li> <li>Hold a rough terrain telescopic certificate</li> </ul> For further information or to discuss the position in confidence, call Ben Taylor on or to apply please send a CV and covering letter to You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.

Working Farm Manager

Overview Job Title: Principal EcologistRef. No.: CJD150925GLocation: BrightonSalary: £40,000 - £47,000This is an exciting opportunity to join my client, an innovative, highly-respected Ecological and Environmental Planning Consultancy, lending their expertise to a diverse range of projects across the public and private sectors. They are on the lookout for a passionate, highly experienced Principal Ecologist, willing to take on a number of challenging projects alongside a growing team of professionals, based near the vibrant, diverse city of Brighton and Hove. Benefits for the role of Principal Ecologist include (but are not limited to):<ul><li>A competitive starting salary (commensurate with experience)</li><li>A contributory pension scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement (as well as your Birthday off)</li><li>Time off in Lieu (TOIL) to compensate for non-standard hours worked in the field</li><li>Access to private health care, and employee wellbeing support</li><li>Paid CIEEM Membership</li><li>Access to a number of important, high-profile projects</li><li>Belong to a diverse, innovative, talented team of experts in the field</li></ul> Responsibilities <ul><li>Managing relations with a range of clients and stakeholders, across the public and private sectors, regarding all aspects of project delivery</li><li>Project management, ensuring all aspects are delivered within agreed budgets and timescales, to the highest possible standards</li><li>Undertaking field surveys, producing high-quality reports, and providing mentorship and support to other colleagues</li><li>Managing a team of ecologists in the delivery of projects across large-scale residential developments, renewable energies, and historical monument restoration</li></ul> Required skills and experience <ul><li>A Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a similar, relevant discipline</li><li>Extensive experience in having worked in a UK-based consultancy setting (or working with a Local Authority, etc.) in an ecology-based role</li><li>Demonstrable experience in conducting Habitat Surveys and Protected Species Surveys</li><li>Keen proficiency in producing high-quality technical reports and assessments, including Preliminary Ecology Appraisals (PEA), Protected Species Survey Reports, Mitigation Plans, etc.</li><li>Experience of drafting Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments</li><li>Hold a minimum of two Protected Species Survey Licences for two species/groups (e.g., bats, badgers, dormice, etc.)</li><li>Outstanding communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and organisational skills</li><li>Experience of managing client and stakeholder relations, including managing their expectations with regard to the project delivery</li><li>Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work well under pressure</li><li>Hold a valid UK driving licence, and have access to your own vehicle, with a willingness to travel extensively for work, as required</li></ul> Desirable skills and experience <ul><li>A Higher Degree (e.g., MSc, Ph.D., etc.) in a relevant subject</li><li>Experience in obtaining European Protected Species Mitigation Licences</li><li>Competent in using the DEFRA Metric, particularly with reference to BNG Assessments</li><li>Exposure to other environmental disciplines, and experience of working closely with these teams</li></ul> If you are interested in the role of Principal Ecologist, please do not hesitate to contact the Ecology Team at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.

Principal Ecologist

We are thrilled to announce that we are seeking a highly motivated, passionate, and experienced Principal Ecologist to join our team.This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, supportive, and ambitious UK-wide Ecology team at Stantec.As a Principal Ecologist, you will collaborate with teams from different disciplines, supported by a growing wider UK Ecology Team. You will support existing partnerships with water utilities and pursue new opportunities.You will have the opportunity to shape our ecological future, build a team of passionate professionals sharing our vision of innovation and biodiversity, and oversee the expansion of our ecological presence by fostering new client relationships and leading in excellence through best practices. You will be a key player in advancing our UK presence and supporting our reputation for ecological excellence.You will manage complex ecological issues within projects, mentor staff, engage with clients, and support bids to diversify our project portfolio. The role offers autonomy and the chance to build a successful team aligned with your ecology passion.This role specifically supports water utility frameworks in the South East UK. You will receive support from the ecology water lead and other principal ecologists but are expected to act with some autonomy to develop a team and secure opportunities. About You You will be a seasoned Ecologist with extensive consultancy experience, adept at handling complex ecological challenges, with strong knowledge of legislation and policy.Your expertise includes terrestrial ecological issues, ideally with a protected species licence or a specialized focus. You are skilled in assessments such as PEAs, ECIAs, ecological chapters, and HRA contributions.Familiarity with UKHab classification and the Defra Metric is essential, as is the ability to craft fee proposals and manage budgets. Experience in winning work and team development is a plus, but your passion and expertise are paramount.If you're ready to lead complex ecological projects and make a meaningful impact, we look forward to welcoming you!

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