Dairy Herd Team Lead

Furaha Farms, located in Chisamba, is hiring a Dairy Herd Team Leader. If you have a strong track record in herd health, milk production, and parlour operations, and a deep passion for dairy farming-we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the health, nutrition, and productivity of the dairy herd
• Manage milking parlour operations
• Train and supervise farm workers in dairy best practices
• Herd health protocols, breeding and record-keepingEnsure milk quality, hygiene, and compliance

Requirements:

This is an opportunity for someone with a few years of experience who is ready to step up and lead a small team, take initiative, and grow into a bigger role as the farm grows:-

• 5 years of hands-on relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of milking parlour processes and milk handling
• Ability to lead and train farm staff effectively
• Solid understanding of dairy nutrition, breeding, and disease management
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Hardworking, ambitious, and dependable
• Focused on animal care and excellence in dairy production
• Keen to grow with a purpose-driven, values-led business

As part of our commitment to youth employment and local economic empowerment, we are particularly interested in hearing from young professionals under 35 who are passionate about agriculture.

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to enquiries@furahafarms.com with the subject line: Dairy Herd Team Leader Application. The application Deadline is May 31st, 2025