Location: Birr, Co. Offaly Job Type: Seasonal ​/​ Night Work (Spring Calving) Start Date: February 1st 2026 Duration: Approx. 70 days (based on calving schedule) Reporting To: Farm Owner ​/​ Herd Manager Job Overview: A dairy farm near Birr, Co. Offaly is seeking an experienced Night Calving Operator to assist during the peak spring calving period. The farm runs 250-cow spring-calving herd, with calving concentrated over approximately 70 days. Night work will be based on calving numbers due each night. Key Responsibilities: Monitor calving cows during night shifts. Assist cows during calving where needed, using safe and hygienic methods Administer colostrum to new born calves promptly (via bottle or tube) Tag & move calves safely to individual pens and record key details Prepare fresh bedding in calving pens and calf sheds Feed young calves where needed during shift Identify and draft freshly calved cows for morning milking Spot signs of illness or calving-related issues (e.g. milk fever, retained cleanings) and report as required Operate a loader for bedding and feeding tasks Requirements: Experience working in a similar role on a spring-calving dairy farm is essential Competence in assisting calving and handling new born calves Strong observational skills to identify cows needing attention Ability to work independently during overnight hours Full driving licence Experience operating a loader or tractor safely Good communication skills for daily handover to farm owner ​/​ morning staff Commitment to animal welfare, hygiene, and bio-security Additional Information: Flexible schedule – night shifts based on number of cows due to calve, may be required for weekend cover. Ideal for someone local or within reasonable commuting distance to Birr. To Apply: https://frsfarmreliefservices.ie/jobs/night-calving-operator-temporary-28648/

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