Looking for an exciting new career in Irish agriculture?

Every month a range of roles become available in the Irish agriculture sector, giving people the opportunity to pick out the perfect job for themselves and their career.

This week, AgriRecruit has a range of jobs available to suit various candidates, with vacancies including: a ruminant business manager; a beef farm worker; technical sales workers; and an experienced dairy herd manager.

Have a look below and see what job could help you carve out the perfect career in agriculture.

Ruminant business manager

First up, John Cullen Grain Ltd, an agri-business and animal feeds company based in Co. Wexford, is looking to hire a ruminant business development representative with a strong background in agriculture for the south east region.

This is a full-time permanent position and a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in animal nutrition and livestock to work for a progressive animal feeds producer.

Based on feeding analysis and research you will advise farmers on suitable balanced diets and advise on correct product selection. Click here for more information

Beef farm worker

An exciting new opportunity has become available for the right candidate to work full time on a busy beef farm just outside Roscommon town.

With this role you will be responsible for all livestock on the holding.

The suitable person must: have a passion for farming; have excellent animal husbandry skills; be used to operating machinery; be motivated, enthusiastic and reliable; be a good communicator; and hold a clean driver licence.

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Technical sales representatives

Agristock requires technical sales representatives for counties Tipperary, Wicklow, Wexford and Waterford.

These are full-time positions. Agristock is looking for hardworking individuals, with good communication skills, who are reliable and who can work on their own initiative.

Suitable candidates must have good knowledge on all aspects of agriculture, while previous experience in selling direct to farmers is an advantage. Click here for more information

Experienced dairy herd manager

A dairy herd manager is being sought for a 550-cow 30:70 split winter/spring milking dairy herd.

The farm in question has a 50-bale rotary and very modern facilities. The successful candidate will have responsibility for day-to-day milking and breeding management of the dairy herd.

Suitable candidates must be a team player, self motivated and interested in the development of the herd.

An attractive remuneration package and rostering will be available to the successful candidate. Click here for more information