Dairy Farm Assistant

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DAIRY FARM ASSISTANTS

Pat & Anne Kelleher are seeking two reliable Dairy Farm Assistants for their dairy farm at Roovesmore, Coachford, Co. Cork. These are permanent full-time positions. The gross basic salary is €36,605 per annum for 39 hours per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with milking and daily dairy routines.
• Feed, bed and provide daily care for livestock.
• Clean the milking parlour, equipment and work areas and maintain high hygiene standards.
• Monitor animal health and report any concerns.
• Assist during calving and with general livestock husbandry.
• Carry out general farm maintenance and yard duties as required.
• Follow all farm health and safety procedures and farm policies.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• Minimum 1 year of practical dairy farm or livestock experience.
• Ability to carry out physical farm work in outdoor conditions.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate sufficiently in English for workplace safety.
• No formal qualification is required. Training will be provided on farm-specific systems and procedures.

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