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Job Description- 3076553344727;-6.61100912094116;Ballyhurst , Taghmon , Co. Wexford , Y35 E803
Employer: Ballyhurst Dairy Farm Ltd
Location: Ballyhurst, Taghmon, Co. Wexford, Y35 E803
Salary: €34,000 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2026
Job Description:
Ballyhurst Dairy Farm Ltd is seeking an experienced Dairy Farm Manager to oversee the daily operations of a busy dairy enterprise. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of dairy herd management, supervising farm assistants, maintaining high standards of animal welfare, and ensuring efficient farm performance.
Duties & Responsibilities: Herd & Milk Production Management
Oversee and manage the full milking process, ensuring milk quality, hygiene, and efficient routines.
Monitor herd health daily, identifying and addressing issues such as mastitis, lameness, and metabolic problems.
Implement herd health and disease prevention plans in consultation with veterinary professionals.
Manage breeding programmes including heat detection, AI scheduling, calving and fertility performance.
Farm Staff Supervision
Supervise and support dairy farm assistants in their daily tasks.
Allocate daily work plans and ensure tasks are carried out safely and efficiently.
Train staff on correct milking, animal handling, hygiene, and safety procedures.
Feeding, Nutrition & Youngstock Management
Oversee feeding routines and ensure cattle receive correct nutritional rations.
Monitor feed stocks and arrange ordering when necessary.
Manage calving, calf rearing, and youngstock health and development.
Farm Operations, Maintenance & Record Keeping
Operate and oversee maintenance of farm machinery and milking equipment.
Ensure all sheds, yards, and milking parlours meet hygiene, biosecurity, and welfare standards.
Maintain accurate farm records including breeding, milk production, treatments, and compliance documentation.
Assist with grassland management, grazing rotation, and seasonal planning.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in dairy farming, including supervisory or management duties.
Practical knowledge of herd health, breeding, milking systems, and dairy farming best practices.
Ability to supervise staff and manage daily farm operations independently.English language skills for communication and safety compliance.
Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and peak farm periods.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter to:Email: ballyhurstdairyfarm@gmail.com
/ bryanoconnor794@gmail.com
Phone: 0872395665 / 0899759656 (Bryan O'Connor)- Sector:
- Managerial
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
- Ability Skills:Communications, Financial
- Competency Skills:Teamwork, Working on own Initiative
- Specialising In:none