Dairy Farm Worker

Co. Waterford Farm Relief Services Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

FRS Farm Relief Services is seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Worker for a 100-cow dairy on a farm in Durrow, Co. Laois. The role involves milking, livestock care and maintaining a clean, safe yard.

You will work in a busy dairy environment, alongside a small team. Milking twice daily, suitable for someone with dairy farming experience and a positive attitude toward learning new skills.

Qualifications

• Previous dairy farm experience preferred.
• Experience with milking cows would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of animal health and welfare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Good attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Milking cows twice daily through a 10-unit milking parlour.
• Preparing the parlour and setting up milking equipment.
• Washing down and cleaning the parlour and milking facilities after milking.
• Moving cows to and from paddocks and the milking parlour.
• Feeding calves and carrying out general calf care.
• Monitoring cow health and identifying any signs of illness, lameness or injury.
• Assisting with calving and general herd management when required.
• Cleaning cubicles and maintaining good housing conditions.
• General farmyard duties, including washing, cleaning and maintenance.
• Operating farm machinery and equipment where competent.
• Maintaining high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and farm safety.

Skills

Dairy farming

Milking cows

Animal health

Teamwork

Reliability

Driving licence

Job description

Job Specification – Dairy Farm Worker

Location: Durrow, Co. Laois
Farm Size: 100-cow dairy herd
Milking Facilities: 10-unit milking parlour
Working Hours: Morning start between 6.30am and 7.00am

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and motivated Dairy Farm Worker to join our team on a 100-cow dairy farm in Durrow, Co. Laois.

The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day running of the farm, including milking, general livestock care, and maintaining a clean and tidy farmyard.

Key Responsibilities

• Milking cows twice daily through a 10-unit milking parlour.
• Preparing the parlour and setting up milking equipment.
• Washing down and cleaning the parlour and milking facilities after milking.
• Moving cows to and from paddocks and the milking parlour.
• Feeding calves and carrying out general calf care.
• Monitoring cow health and identifying any signs of illness, lameness or injury.
• Assisting with calving and general herd management when required.
• Cleaning cubicles and maintaining good housing conditions.
• General farmyard duties, including washing, cleaning and maintenance.
• Operating farm machinery and equipment where competent.
• Maintaining high standards of animal welfare, hygiene and farm safety.

Working Hours

• Morning start between 6.30am and 7.00am.
• Evening milking and associated farm duties as required.
• Working hours and days off to be agreed.
• Some flexibility will be required during busy periods, particularly during calving and spring.

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous dairy farm experience preferred.
• Experience with milking cows would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of animal health and welfare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Good attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Full driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• A varied role in a well-managed 100-cow dairy enterprise.
• Opportunity to develop dairy farming skills and experience.
• Remuneration based on experience and ability.
• Terms and conditions to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Location: Durrow, Co. Laois