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Dairy Farm Assistant

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    Ref: #JOB-2473235
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    Ballingarry, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary,
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    No of positions: 1
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    39 hours per week
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    36605.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 02 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 30 Oct 2026

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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 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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