Dairy Herd Manager – Donegal, Ireland – €60,000 + 4-Bedroom House + Jeep + Excellent Benefits!

Dairy Herd Manager Dairy Herd Manager – Donegal, Ireland – €60,000 + 4-Bedroom House + Jeep + Excellent Benefits! The Job: - Oversee the management of a 650-cow, fully robotic, all-year calving, flying herd - Oversee and support a transition to a 1,000 cow herd - Lead and manage a team of five staff members, including recruitment, training, and performance management - Ensure the smooth operation of all farm activities, including milking, feeding, breeding, and youngstock management - Carry out in-house foot trimming and AI services to optimise herd fertility and health - Monitor and manage herd health, working closely with vets, nutritionists, and advisors - Oversee farm maintenance, ensuring robotic milking systems and all infrastructure are operating efficiently - Maintain high standards of animal welfare, hygiene, and biosecurity protocols - Take full financial responsibility for the farm, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting - Provide regular operational and financial reports to senior management - Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry best practices The Company: A well-established and progressive large-scale dairy business in Donegal, Ireland is seeking a highly skilled Dairy Herd Manager to oversee the operations of its fully robotic, all-year calving, flying herd. With a strong focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, this farm prioritises in-house expertise in AI and foot trimming to optimise herd performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced dairy professional to join a high-performing team in a state-of-the-art farming environment. The Candidate: - Minimum of 5 years’ experience in dairy herd management, preferably on a large-scale farm - Proven track record in managing staff and full farm operations - Strong understanding of robotic milking systems and modern dairy farming techniques - Hands-on experience in AI, foot trimming, and herd fertility management - Excellent leadership and team management skills - Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting and cost management - High level of technical knowledge in herd health, nutrition, and breeding - Competence in farm management software and data-driven decision-making - Strong problem-solving ability and ability to work under pressure - Passion for dairy farming and commitment to best practices in animal welfare The Package: - €60,000 salary based on experience - 4-bedroom house provided as part of the package - Company vehicle (Jeep) for work-related use - Excellent benefits package - Opportunity to work on a state-of-the-art, fully robotic dairy farm - Professional development and career growth opportunities Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.

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