Ireland's dairy sector is built on grass-based farming, and farmer-owned co-operatives play a central role in collecting and processing milk. Much of the output is exported as butter, cheese and dairy ingredients. This page lists current dairy vacancies in Ireland, the main employers, the roles they hire for, and what to expect when you apply.
Current dairy vacancies in Ireland
There are currently no vacancies.
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Dairy employers in Ireland
- Ornua: an Irish dairy co-operative registered in Dublin that owns the Kerrygold brand.
- Dairygold: a co-operative registered in Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, with food ingredients, agri trading and retail businesses.
- Tirlán: a farmer-owned Irish co-operative supplying dairy and grain ingredients and consumer brands.
- Kinisla (formerly Kerry Dairy Ireland): a south-west Ireland business producing dairy and nutritional ingredients and consumer foods.
- Carbery: a dairy, nutrition and taste company with operations in Ireland and other countries.
- Aurivo: a farmer-owned co-operative headquartered in Sligo, with dairy, consumer foods and agribusiness operations.
Company names are listed for information only. Dairy Jobs is not affiliated with these companies, and listing them does not mean they advertise with us. Links go to each company’s own careers page or website. Always apply through official channels.
Typical dairy jobs in Ireland
Irish dairy is known for grass-fed milk, and Bord Bia runs a Grass Fed Dairy Standard to support Irish dairy exports.
Dairy farming: herd managers, assistant herd managers, dairy farm assistants and relief milkers, calf rearers and farm managers, including roles on robotic and rotary milking systems.
Dairy processing and manufacturing: production operatives and supervisors, process and dairy technologists, quality and food safety staff, laboratory technicians, maintenance and automation engineers, and production and site managers.
Commercial and supply chain: sales and distribution managers, key account and brand managers, procurement, planning and logistics specialists.
Read our job descriptions for a dairy factory manager, a dairy farm manager and a dairy sales manager to see the skills and qualifications employers look for.
Working in Ireland: work permits
- Non-EEA nationals generally need a valid employment permit to work in Ireland unless they are exempt. Official information.
- Permit types include the Critical Skills Employment Permit and the General Employment Permit. Official information.
- General Employment Permits for dairy farm assistants are issued under a quota, so check whether places are currently available. Official information.
- Beware of fake job offers: genuine employers do not ask candidates to pay for a job, a visa or an interview. If an offer asks for money, do not pay. Check it with the company directly.
This section is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change, so always check the current requirements with your employer and official government sources in Ireland.
How to apply through Dairy Jobs
- Create a free Dairy Jobs account and upload your CV.
- Set up a job alert for Ireland, or for the role you want.
- Apply for vacancies directly on dairyjobsearch.com. Your application goes straight to the employer or to our recruitment team.
- Make sure your CV shows your dairy experience clearly: herd size or plant capacity, products, the systems you have worked with, and your qualifications.
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Frequently asked questions
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can usually work in Ireland without a work permit. Other nationals usually need a work and residence permit, which the employer normally supports. Check the current rules with official government sources.
Dairy employers in Ireland include Ornua, Dairygold and Tirlán. See the list on this page for links to their careers pages or websites.
No. Genuine employers and Dairy Jobs never charge candidates. Be cautious of any offer that asks for payment.
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