Dairy Farm Assistant

Gurteen College is seeking an experienced Dairy Farm Assistant to join our farm team in Ballingarry, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day running of the dairy farm, including milking, calf rearing, feeding, machinery operation, animal care and general farm maintenance. The role will also involve working alongside students and assisting with the smooth running of the farm.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Carrying out daily milking duties

Calf rearing and care

Feeding livestock

Operating agricultural machinery and equipment

General farm and yard maintenance

Fencing and general farm maintenance

Cleaning and maintaining the milking parlour

Cleaning and maintaining farm sheds and machinery

Monitoring and maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare

Assisting farm management with the smooth running of the farm

Working alongside and engaging with students during farm activities

Assisting with college open days and events from time to time

Carrying out general dairy farm duties as required

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience working on a dairy farm

Practical experience handling dairy cattle and carrying out milking duties

Good understanding of animal health and welfare

Experience operating agricultural machinery

Ability to carry out general farm and yard maintenance

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Reliable and responsible approach to work

An agricultural qualification is preferred but not essential

A driving licence is preferred but not essential

Hours of Work

39 hours per week

Work Location: In person