We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant to support the day-to-day management and care of dairy cattle within dairy farming operations in Ireland. The role involves assisting with herd management, maintaining animal welfare standards, and supporting the efficient operation of dairy production systems. This role will be based from the address listed (18, The fairways, Abbeleix) but work will be undertaken at the following client locations:
- Eamon Power, Kilgrant Farm, Clonwalsh House, Powerstown, Clonmel, Co Tipperary
- Dan Tynan, Beechill Farm, Doon, Mountrath, Co Laois
- Tim Fitzgerald, Ballymaddock, Green road, Abbeyleix, Co Laois
- Brian Clancy, Crutt, Clogh, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
While you will be expected to carry out duties at these locations, you will always remain directly employed, managed, supervised and paid by Thomas Coady at all times. Travel will be arranged for you where required.
Key duties will include:
- Assisting with the care and management of dairy cattle
- Monitoring herd health, behaviour and general condition
- Supporting breeding and herd fertility programmes, including assisting with artificial insemination procedures
- Assisting with calving management and calf care
- Maintaining animal welfare, hygiene and herd management standards
- Assisting with identification and routine herd management procedures
- Supporting general dairy farm operations as required
- Ensuring compliance with farm health and safety procedures
Applicants should have practical experience working with dairy cattle and supporting herd management activities within a dairy farming environment.
The role requires working as part of a dairy farm team to support herd productivity, animal welfare and efficient farm operations.
Pay: From €36,605.00 per year
Work Location: In person
