Kilchoan Estate
Livestock & Estate Worker
The Kilchoan Estate is a cultural and educational enterprise in rewilding, preservation & sustainability. Across 1500 acres we are restoring habitats, creating gardens and caring for historic breed livestock. We are looking for enthusiastic applicants to join our team and assist with the development of the estate, gardens and grounds with a focus on the integration of livestock into a conservation grazing rotation.
Situated on the north shores of Loch Melfort, the estate rises from sea-level to 270m. There are a range of distinct habitats including grasslands, peatlands, semi-natural ancient woodland, newly planted native woodland & exotic forestry plantations. We also run several marine projects including a native oyster restoration project and a kelp farm.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team in a varied role, encompassing a range of tasks across the estate. Working as part of the estate team but also assisting the garden & building departments, the ideal candidate must be capable of following instruction and using their own initiative and expertise.
Duties will include (but not limited too) livestock care & management, grazing management, planting, fencing, path creation, assisting wildlife monitoring, habitat management and assisting with both marine and terrestrial restoration projects. The main responsibilities for this role are
• Day to day interaction with highland cattle including record keeping.
• Processing and co-ordinating the use of firewood across all properties.
• Tractor driving and maintenance, use of front loader bucket, forks and grab. Use of PTO driven implements- toppers, pan mixers etc.
Necessary
• Tractor driving & operation experience
• Handling of livestock
Desirable
• Chainsaw certificate
• Spraying certification- herbicides
• Trailer use
Training, both formal and informal offered. Ongoing personal, professional development supported. There is opportunity for visiting and collaborating with outside organisations across many projects.
Competitive salary offered.