About the farm:
We operate a large spring calving dairy farm. We are a grass based enterprise focusing on herd heath, grassland management and herd genetics. The farm has recently upgraded its milking parlour facilities and animal accommodation. We complete the majority of machinery work ourselves - slurry application, silage cutting and fertiliser spreading. We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team.
The successful candidate will become an important part of the day-to-day farm team and will be involved in all aspects of dairy farming and livestock care.
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with morning and evening milking
- Preparing cows and maintaining high standards of milking hygiene
- Feeding cows, calves and young stock
- Monitoring animals for signs of illness, injury or unusual behaviour
- Calf rearing, including feeding, bedding and general care
- Assisting with calving and caring for newborn calves
- Cleaning and maintaining milking parlours, sheds and feeding areas
- Moving and handling cattle safely
- Checking water supplies, feed and bedding
- Cleaning and maintaining farm equipment
- Carrying out general farm maintenance
- Fencing, paddock maintenance and grassland work
- Assisting with machinery and tractor work where appropriate
- Maintaining clean and safe working areas
- Recording livestock information and completing routine farm tasks
- Following farm health and safety procedures
- Following animal-welfare and biosecurity standards
- Carrying out other general duties required for the efficient running of the farm
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Hardworking, dependable and responsible
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Confident and calm around cattle
- Passionate about animal welfare
- Reliable and punctual
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to learn and take instruction
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out practical farm work
- Organised and able to complete tasks to a high standard
- Safety-conscious when working around livestock and machinery
Experience
Previous experience on a dairy farm is essential including milking cows and general animal husbandry.
Training and guidance will be provided where required.
Working Hours
This is a full-time position and will involve morning and evening farm work, including weekends and some public holidays as part of the normal farm rota.
Typical duties may involve early morning starts, evening milking and additional work during busy periods such as calving.
A flexible attitude towards working hours is therefore essential.
What We Offer
The successful candidate will receive:
- Competitive salary
- Full-time, year-round employment
- On-the-job training
- Opportunity to develop practical dairy-farming skills
- Supportive and experienced farm team
- Opportunities for additional responsibility for the right person
- A stable position on a well-run dairy farm
Career Opportunity
This role would suit someone who wants to build a long-term career in agriculture. There is potential for the successful candidate to take on additional responsibilities as their experience and skills develop.
We are particularly interested in applicants who are keen to learn more about dairy herd management, milking, calf rearing, machinery operation and modern farming practices.
Requirements
A full driving licence and previous tractor experience would be an advantage. Candidates must have a good work ethic and be willing to follow farm procedures relating to safety, animal welfare, hygiene and biosecurity.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and believe you have the right attitude for the position, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Pay: €36,605.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
