Dairy Farm Assisstant

Ballylarkin Dairies Limited; Ireland; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-farm accommodation

Friendly working environment

Job summary

Ballylarkin Dairies Limited, a progressive family-run dairy in Freshford, Co.Kilkenny, is seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join the team. The role involves milking cows, animal welfare, calf rearing, and general farm duties.

Location is Ballylarkin, Freshford, with on-farm accommodation available. Salary is €36,605 per annum for a 39-hour week, with a friendly working environment and opportunities to contribute to daily farm operations.

Qualifications

• Previous dairy farming experience is essential.
• Good understanding of livestock handling and welfare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good level of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Milking cows.
• Animal health and welfare.
• Calf rearing.
• Feeding livestock.
• Fencing and general farm maintenance.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Any other farm duties appropriate to the role.

Skills

Dairy farming

Livestock handling

Teamwork

English proficiency

Job description

Ballylarkin, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny, R95 TD40

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.

Job Description

Employer: Ballylarkin Dairies Limited

Location: Ballylarkin, Freshford, Co.Kilkenny

Salary: €36,605 per annum

Hours: 39 hours per week

Position: Full-time

Ballylarkin Dairies is a progressive family-run dairy located in Freshford, Co.Kilkenny. We milk approximately 260 cows using modern farming practices and are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team.

Main Duties

• Milking cows
• Animal health and welfare
• Calf rearing
• Feeding livestock
• Fencing and general farm maintenance
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Any other farm duties appropriate to the role

Essential Requirements

• Previous dairy farming experience
• Good understanding of livestock handling and welfare
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good level of spoken and written English
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential

Benefits

• Salary of €36,605 per annum
• Full-time position – 39 hours per week
• On-farm accommodation available
• Friendly working environment

• Sector: agriculture, forestry and fishing

Career Level

• Not Required