| Position Farm Secretary - Maternity Cover | Location Hindon, Wiltshire | No. Required 1 | Period Fixed-term, part-time |
The Role
We are looking for maternity cover for our farm office administrator to support the day-to-day running of our busy farm office in Berwick St Leonard.
The role is part-time and flexible for 24 hours over a minimum of three days a week.
About Velcourt / Fonthill Contracting:
Fonthill Contracting is a Velcourt-managed farming operation and comprises over 3000ha of arable land across six farms. A young and diverse team look after every aspect of the farming operation out of a modern and busy yard.
The farm office forms part of one of Velcourt’s regional offices so is a friendly and vibrant place to work.
Responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:
- Being the first point of contact for the farm office both in person and on the telephone.
- Supporting the Farm Manager and his team with the administration of farm-based paperwork; to include maintaining accurate records for livestock, crops and stock levels to support future planning.
- Timely and accurate inputting of data.
- General administrative duties, including managing correspondence, filing systems and answering calls.
- Booking of staff training.
- Monthly payroll submissions to Head Office.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
Essential:
- Proven experience of strong administrative skills
- Background knowledge or a keen interest in the agricultural industry
- Strong computer literacy with knowledge of MS Office and SharePoint. Experience of using computer programmes to manage workflows including Excel.
- Excellent communication skills with telephone experience.
Competencies:
- Organisational and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
Benefits:
- Flexible hours to work around personal commitments and the farm
- Support and training for you to deliver your role effectively
- 31 days holiday p.a., pro-rata
- Modern spacious office with free parking
- Dynamic friendly team
- Opportunities to get out and about on farm.
We promise no two days will be the same!
Closing date for applications: Friday 14th March 2025
14.02.25.
Accommodation: Not available
Address: The Farm Office
Berwick Farm
Berwick St Leonard
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP3 5SN
For More Information
For more information please contact Catherine U’Dell 01747 820 130 cudell@velcourt.co.uk
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