Overview

Farm Manager required for a Dairy Goat business in Collinstown, Co. Westmeath.

Farm details

  1. Expanding herd currently milking 370 goats through a 40 unit swing-over parlour.
  2. This is a high performing farm with emphasis on herd health and environmental sustainability.

Key responsibilities

  • Competent in milking routines
  • Herd health management
  • Kid rearing and breeding
  • Grassland management
  • Health and safety on farm
  • Tractor experience necessary
  • Prioritising daily jobs and getting them done
  • Good communication and team work skills essential

Desired qualities 

  • Background/interest in ecology or sustainability
  • Proactive in developing farm systems, improvements, and new ideas
  • Positive attitude

This is an expanding farm business offering a positive team environment, a good remuneration package, regular rostered time off and opportunities to learn and progress. The ideal candidate will have a willingness to take on responsibility.

Accommodation available

Job Type: Full-time

Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Position begins as soon as possible

Apply with CV and cover letter