Dairy Farm Assistant

O'CONNOR DAIRY FARMS UNLIMITED COMPANY; Newmarket; On-site; EUR 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A dairy farm in the Cork area is seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in farm management. Responsibilities include animal husbandry, milking, and managing grassland. The position offers an annual salary of €34,000 for 39 hours of work per week. Interested applicants should submit their CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in dairy farm operations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of disease maintenance and production targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day farm operations.
• Conduct grassland management and animal husbandry.
• Ensure milking processes and milk quality control.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Grassland management

Milking and milk quality control

Job description

In order to work in Ireland, a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

O’Connor Dairy farms at Knockduff, Meelin, Newmarket, Co. Cork is looking for a dairy farm assistant. Minimum 2 years of experience is required. Duties include: general farm management, grassland management, animal husbandry, milking and milk quality control, disease maintenance and meeting key production targets. Able to work on its own initiative. Annual remuneration is €34,000/annum on 39 hours/week.

Key details include:

• Sector:
• Career Level: Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Application Method

Please apply to this vacancy by the following means: reply with CV to [e-mail]

Note: This programme is for jobseekers that are in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment and those transferring from a social welfare scheme. Full eligibility details are available.