Dairy Farm Assistant

Derek Ray; Rosemount; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Job summary

Derek Ray in Ireland is seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant for a 130 cow herd where calves are reared to beef.

The role involves milking cows, calving supervision, calf rearing, light machinery duties and general farm maintenance, with on-site accommodation available if required. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience across dairy and beef enterprises in a progressive farming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in dairy farming and milking cows.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Good basic English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Milk cows and assist with the dairy enterprise.
• Calving supervision and calf rearing.
• Light machinery duties such as feeding cattle.
• General farm maintenance.

Skills

Dairy farming

Communication

Team player

Tools

Machinery operation

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a 130 cow herd, where all calves are reared to beef. As part of our team, you would be involved in:

• Assisting with the dairy enterprise, including milking cows.
• Calving supervision and calf rearing.
• Light machinery duties such as feeding cattle.
• General Farm Maintenance.

Requirements:

• Experience in dairy farming and milking cows is essential.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Good basic english with strong communication skills.

What we offer:

Excellent opportunity to work on a farm ranked in the top 10% nationally for dairy performance.

Hands on experience across both dairy and beef enterprises.

Supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow.

Accommodation in a self contained apartment available on site if required.

If you are enthusiastic, hard working, and eager to develop your skills in a progressive farming environment, we would love to hear from you.