Dairy Farm Assistant - Upton, Co. Cork -03449

Farm Solutions Ltd; Upton; On-site; EUR 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A dairy farm operator in Upton, Co. Cork, is seeking a dairy farm assistant to help manage a 165 cow herd. Responsibilities include milking, animal husbandry, and farm maintenance. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and hold a Level 5 qualification. Accommodation is provided. This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, flexible, and has a valid driving licence.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in dairy farming.
• Fluent in English (C2-Master).
• Holding a full B licence for driving.

Responsibilities

• Milking the cows.
• Performing animal husbandry tasks.
• Conducting milk quality control.
• Maintaining farm facilities.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 5 qualification (incl Leaving Certificate)

Job description

Overview

Farm Solutions Ltd are seeking a dairy farm assistant in Upton, Co. Cork for a 165 cow dairy herd. Location: Upton, Co. Cork, T12 HP57.

Responsibilities

• Milking
• Animal husbandry
• Milk quality control
• Farm maintenance

Employment details

• Hours: minimum 39 hours per week
• Remuneration: €34,000 per annum
• Accommodation provided on the farm

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experience Required: 2 years
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Analytical, Communications, Creativity
• Competency Skills: Flexibility, Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full B M W
• Languages: English C2-Master (Fluent)

Note: In Ireland, non-EEA nationals must hold a valid employment permit unless exempt. Review eligibility if unsure of eligibility to apply for this vacancy.