Assistant Dairy Farm Manager

Assistant Dairy Farm Manager

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Assistant Dairy Farm Manager to join a modern dairy farm based near Birr, Co. Offaly. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid dairy experience who wants to work in a well run, well equipped system with strong support from the owner.

The Role

You will work closely with the farm owner and take responsibility for the day to day running of the farm, including but not limited to:

• Grassland management and grazing planning
• Milking routine and parlour management
• Monitoring young stock health and performance
• Heat detection using tail paint and presentation of cows for breeding
• Staff rostering and organising cover when required
• Problem solving across daily farm operations
• Reporting directly to the owner

Farm Setup

• Modern facilities throughout
• Modern parlour with ACRs (Automatic Cluster Removers)
• Electronic drafting in place
• Always two people milking
• Clean, tidy, and well maintained farm - high standards expected

Working Hours

• Morning milking starts at 7:00am
• Evening milking finished by 5:30pm
• No extra work required after evening milking

Roster & Time Off

• Structured roster with paid time off
• Required to work 2 weekends per month (or organise suitable replacement, with owner support)

What's on Offer

• Fully resourced farm and role
• Training and support provided
• Opportunity to develop skills and progress
• Positive working environment with a strong focus on efficiency and work life balance

Ideal Candidate

• Previous dairy farm experience essential
• Good stockmanship and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and ability to take initiative
• Organised and capable of managing responsibilities independently
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and tidy workplace

Important Information

• This role is not suited to non EU applicants
• Accommodation is not provided