Bull Youngstock Specialist

About the role

The Bull Youngstock Specialist is responsible for the safe rearing, welfare and biosecurity of new‑entrant dairy and beef bulls joining Cogent’s sire herds. Working on‑site at the CBL livestock locations, you will ensure that all animals receive proper care, monitoring and documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Handle livestock safely, providing daily care such as cleaning, feeding, watering and maintaining a healthy environment.
• Participate in the EU Stud team rotation, assisting with bull handling, semen collection and AI licence administration.
• Monitor animal health, feed intake and daily live weight gain, reporting any signs of ill‑health.
• Organise health testing and coordinate movements of new breeding bulls from partner and satellite herds.
• Transport new entry bulls using company vehicles and maintain related paperwork.
• Administer veterinary records, medicines, treatments and ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Perform general site duties to keep CBL locations safe, well‑maintained and hygienic.

Required profile

• Hard‑working individual committed to team goals.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Prior experience in rearing young stock and excellent animal husbandry practices.
• Ability to work independently and follow strict biosecurity protocols.

Required skills

What we offer

• Annual leave starting at 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Matched pension scheme and life assurance (4× basic salary).
• BUPA healthcare and dental plan.
• Long‑service awards up to 30 years.
• Enhanced family leave.