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Farm Manager

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    Diarmuid Geary
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    Ref: #JOB-2472771
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    Ballyvolane, Castlelyons, Co. Cork,
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    No of positions: 3
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    36605.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 30 Sep 2026
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    Closing On: 28 Oct 2026

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Position: Farm Manager 
Company Name: Diarmuid Geary
Location: Ballyvolane, Castlelyons, Co. Cork, Ireland 
Salary: €36,605
Job type: Fulltime/ Contract 
Hours per week: 39 hours
Email your CV to: diarmuid.j.geary@gmail.com

Duties and responsibilities: 
•	The role involves the day-to-day management of a 90–120 cow dairy herd, operating a 16-unit milking parlour with automatic cluster removers and dump line.
•	Managing the daily milking routine and maintaining high standards of milking hygiene.
•	General herd management, including animal health, breeding and welfare.
•	Rearing and caring for calves.
•	Managing grazing, grassland and winter feed requirements.
•	Monitoring cow performance and maintaining accurate farm records.
•	Ensuring high standards of animal welfare, cleanliness and farm safety.
•	General farm maintenance and machinery operation as required.
•	Working independently while also coordinating with the farm owner/team.

Requirements/ Skills: 
•	Minimum 1-2 years of practical experience in dairy farming.
•	Ability to communicate in English 
•	Proficiency in milking techniques and farm operations.
•	Willingness and flexibility to relocate.
•	Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team environment.
•	A genuine passion for animal care and agriculture.
•	Reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided accommodation 

Offer:
●	Opportunity for professional growth and development.
●	Working in a supportive team environment.
●	Engaging hands-on experience in a progressive dairy farm setting.
●	Immediate Start
●	Ongoing / Long term work
●	Fulltime/ Contract
●	Accommodation provided  
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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