Business Sector: FARM ADVISORY
JOB TITLE: Farm Relations Advisor
JOB PURPOSE: To provide advice and support at farm level in relation to current & emerging DAFM requirements and to build and maintain strong relationships with ArraTipp milk suppliers.
REPORTING TO: Farm Relations Manager
LOCATION: Galway
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:
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Farm Advisory in all aspects with particular attention to raw milk quality with focused improvements among the ArraTipp milk pool.
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Promote and drive strong milk quality standards at farm level, acting as advisor and trusted sounding board for farmers.
- Working closely with milk suppliers to ensure the quality, safety, and traceability of raw milk supply ArraTipp Co-op
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Collaborating closely with new entrants & managing the new entrant programme for ArraTipp.
- Close working relationship with Regulatory Bodies (e.g., Department of Agriculture, Animal Health Ireland, Bord Bia)
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Manage and supervise the BORD BIA database to ensure the ArraTipp milk pool is SDAS compliant and meeting Grass-fed requirements.
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Manage an SCC & TBC improvement programme for the ArraTipp milk pool.
- Reporting to the Farm Relations Manager on any farm/milk quality issues arising and assisting in problem solving.
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Promote farm sustainability initiatives at farm level that will make an environmental and economic benefit to our milk suppliers.
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Direct support to Bord Bia farm inspection program / ArraTipp farm inspections
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Aid in the planning and coordination of farm walks/farm events.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE:
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Degree in Agriculture, Food or related.
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Strong knowledge of the agricultural sector and current best practice in sustainability and quality.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Previous experience of regulatory inspections a distinct advantage.
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Excellent people skills, with ability to form, develop and maintain successful working relationships.
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Excellent computer skills.
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Able to manage high levels of responsibility.
- Possesses elevated levels of motivation.
Note: As with all positions, due to the nature of our business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time.
