Job Title: Dairy Farm Worker
Location: Ardcroney, Co. Tipperary
Job Type: Full-Time | Part-time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Farm
Our client is a progressive, spring-calving 200 cow dairy operation focused on efficient grass-based milk production, high animal welfare standards, and strong herd performance. We are seeking a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Operative to join our team and play a key role in the day-to-day management of the herd.
Key Responsibilities
- Milking & Herd Management
- Milking 200 cows in a safe, calm, and efficient manner
- Monitoring milk quality and cow health
- Identifying and reporting signs of mastitis, lameness, or illness
- Maintaining a clean and hygienic milking environment
- Calving & Calf Rearing
- Assisting with spring calving operations
- Monitoring cows pre- and post-calving
- Newborn calf care, including feeding colostrum and tagging
- Calf rearing, feeding, health checks, and record keeping
- Maintaining clean and well-bedded calf housing
- Machinery & Yard Work
- Operating farm machinery safely and competently
- Slurry spreading in accordance with best practice and regulations
- Tractor work (feeding, bedding, scraping, topping, etc.)
- General farm maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment
Grassland & Farm Duties
- Paddock setup and fence maintenance
- Assisting with breeding management during mating season
- Routine yard tasks and maintaining high farm standards
Requirements
- Previous dairy farm experience essential
- Competent and confident milker
- Experience with calving and calf rearing
- Ability to operate tractors and machinery, including slurry spreading
- Good stockmanship and strong attention to animal welfare
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
- Full driver’s license preferred
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to develop skills and take on responsibility
- Modern, well-maintained facilities
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is hardworking, practical, and passionate about dairy farming. They will take pride in animal care, maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced spring-calving environment.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief description of your experience.
