Dairy Farm Assistant

SEAMUS HAYES FARM LIMITED; Longford; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-job training

Accommodation may be available

Job summary

SEAMUS HAYES FARM LIMITED is seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to support daily operations on a dairy farm. You will assist with milking, livestock care, and general farm maintenance to uphold high animal welfare standards.

Responsibilities include daily milking, herd management, feeding, housing cleanliness, and seasonal tasks such as calving and silage. Flexibility for early mornings, weekends, and seasonal peaks is important.

Qualifications

• Experience in farm or livestock handling preferred (training provided).
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and seasonal periods.
• Driving license and tractor experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily milking operations and herd management.
• Monitor animal health and report issues promptly.
• Feeding, bedding, and general care of livestock.
• Maintain cleanliness of milking parlor, housing and equipment.
• Support seasonal tasks such as calving, silage, and grassland management.
• Carry out general farm maintenance as required.

Skills

Farm experience

Work ethic

Independence

Flexibility

Driving license

Tractor experience

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Dairy Farm Assistant to support the daily operations of a dairy farm. The role involves assisting with livestock care, milking, and general farm maintenance to ensure the smooth running of the farm and high standards of animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily milking operations and herd management.
• Monitor animal health and report any issues promptly.
• Feeding, bedding, and general care of livestock.
• Maintain cleanliness of milking parlor, housing, and equipment.
• Support seasonal tasks such as calving, silage, and grassland management.
• Carry out general farm maintenance as required.

Requirements

• Previous farm or livestock handling experience preferred (training can be provided).
• Strong work ethic with willingness to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and during busy seasonal periods.
• Driving license and tractor experience an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• On-job training and development opportunities.
• Accommodation may be available if required.

Sector

• Sector: agriculture, forestry and fishing

Career Level

• Not Required