Milking Operations Manager – Termonfeckin, Co. Louth – 03459

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

Job summary

A leading agricultural company located in Termonfeckin, Co. Louth is seeking a Milking Operations Manager to oversee milking operations for a 155 dairy cow herd. The role involves supervising the milking team, maintaining hygiene standards, and monitoring cow health. Candidates should have at least 4 years of relevant experience and a Level 5 qualification. A remuneration package of €34,000 plus performance incentives is offered along with accommodation on the farm.

Benefits

Performance incentives

Accommodation provided

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 4 years of dairy farm experience.
• Fluent in English (C2 level).
• Possess a full B M W driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the milking team.
• Ensure compliance with milking protocols.
• Monitor key performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Creativity

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate)

Job description

Milking Operations Manager – Termonfeckin, Co. Louth – 03459

Application Details

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Job Description

Farm Solutions Ltd are seeking a Milking Operations Manager in Termonfeckin Co. Louth for a 155 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

Sector: (information not provided)

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)