Hoofcare Operative

Co. Waterford Farm Relief Services Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FRS Farm Relief Services is seeking a motivated Hoofcare Operator to join our team in Co. Wicklow. The role involves providing professional hoof trimming and hoof health services to dairy and beef farms, improving animal welfare and performance.

The successful candidate will travel to farms, build strong customer relationships, and deliver high-quality service while adhering to welfare and safety standards. Full training and ongoing development are provided. A full driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with cattle or livestock.
• Good animal handling skills.
• Strong communication and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule.
• Full clean driving licence.
• High attention to detail and commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine hoof trimming and corrective hoofcare on dairy and beef cattle.
• Assess hoof health and identify lameness issues.
• Apply treatment plans in line with animal welfare and industry standards.
• Work closely with farmers to provide advice on hoof health management.
• Follow all health, safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare procedures.
• Represent the company professionally on customer farms.

Skills

Experience with cattle

Animal handling

Communication skills

Independent work

Driving licence

Attention to detail

Education

Agricultural qualification or livestock background

Knowledge of dairy farming systems and lameness prevention

Job description

Hoofcare Operator

Location: Co. Wicklow
Job Type: Full/ Part-Time
Reporting To: Farm Service Team Lead

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Hoofcare Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will provide professional hoof trimming and hoof health services to dairy and beef farms, helping farmers improve animal welfare, mobility, and performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with livestock, travelling to farms, and building strong relationships with customers while delivering a high-quality service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine hoof trimming and corrective hoofcare on dairy and beef cattle.
• Assess hoof health and identify lameness issues.
• Apply treatment plans in line with animal welfare and industry standards.
• Work closely with farmers to provide advice on hoof health management.
• Follow all health, safety, biosecurity, and animal welfare procedures.
• Represent the company professionally on customer farms.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience working with cattle or livestock.
• Good animal handling skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule.
• Full clean driving licence.
• High attention to detail and commitment to animal welfare.

Desirable

• Previous hoof trimming or hoofcare experience.
• Agricultural qualification or relevant livestock background.
• Knowledge of dairy farming systems and lameness prevention.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to work with leading dairy and livestock farmers.
• Supportive team environment.

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a key role in improving animal welfare and farm productivity while working in a rewarding, hands-on environment. We are committed to developing our people and providing the tools, training, and support needed to succeed.