Milking Operations Manager – Fermoy, Co. Cork – 03345

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

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Fermoy is seeking a Milking Operations Manager to oversee milking operations for a 165 dairy cow herd. The role requires a candidate with at least 4 years of experience in dairy farming and a Level 5 qualification. Responsibilities include leading the milking team, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards, and monitoring cow health. Accommodation is provided, with a remuneration of €34,000 plus performance incentives.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Performance incentives and bonuses

Qualifications

• 4 years of dairy farm experience required.
• Must hold a Level 5 qualification or equivalent.
• Fluency in English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise milking operations.
• Monitor cow health and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate records of herd performance.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 5 Qualification

Tools

Milking Equipment

Job description

Milking Operations Manager – Fermoy, Co. Cork – 03345

Application Details

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Job Description

Farm Solutions Ltd are seeking a Milking Operations Manager in Fermoy, Co. Cork for a 165 dairy cow herd.

We are seeking a candidate that has dairy farm experience with the following key responsibilities:

• Actively participate in milking while leading and supervising the team.
• Allocate, coordinate, and assist with daily milking tasks.
• Ensure consistent compliance with all milking protocols and hygiene standards.
• Monitor SCC, TBC, yields, mastitis indicators, and other key performance metrics.
• Manage cow-flow, drafting systems, and parlour throughput.
• Identify, address, and report animal health concerns.
• Oversee and perform hygiene procedures, wash cycles, chemical usage, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records for milking, hygiene, equipment, and herd performance.
• Train and support staff in milking protocols, safety, and best practices.
• Monitor parlour equipment performance and coordinate servicing and repairs as required.

Minimum of 39 hours per week, remuneration of €34,000 + performance incentives and bonuses (with potential to increase based on experience).

Accommodation provided on the farm.

• Sector: agriculture, forestry and fishing

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 4
• 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)