Pig Farm Assistants
€ 36,605
/ Annum
Employment Type
Permanent | Full Time
Description
SOS Pigs Ltd is looking for experienced Pig Farm Assistants to join our team at our pig production unit in Farnans, Crettyard, Co. Laois, R93 DY02.
The successful candidates will be involved in day-to-day pig farming operations across the production cycle, with particular emphasis on finishing pigs and maintaining high standards of animal care, productivity and farm hygiene.
Main Duties
Take responsibility for finisher accommodation and monitor pig performance and daily growth.
Assess and sort pigs according to weight and production requirements.
Monitor feed intake and work to achieve good feed conversion and growth results.
Assist with breeding, farrowing and weaning activities when required.
Operate and check both automated and manual feeding and watering equipment.
Carry out daily livestock checks and report any signs of illness, injury or unusual behaviour.
Administer treatments and vaccinations as instructed and maintain accurate records.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and farm biosecurity, including washing, disinfecting and maintaining pig housing.
Work closely with the farm team and follow established production and health & safety procedures.
Experience Required
Minimum 2 years' practical experience on a commercial pig farm.
Strong practical knowledge of finisher pig management.
Good animal husbandry and livestock handling skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
Reliable, observant and willing to follow farm procedures and biosecurity requirements.
Salary
€36,605 per year, based on a 39-hour working week.
If you have the relevant commercial pig farming experience and would like to be considered for the position, please send your CV in confidence to:
[email protected]
The successful candidates will be involved in day-to-day pig farming operations across the production cycle, with particular emphasis on finishing pigs and maintaining high standards of animal care, productivity and farm hygiene.
Main Duties
Take responsibility for finisher accommodation and monitor pig performance and daily growth.
Assess and sort pigs according to weight and production requirements.
Monitor feed intake and work to achieve good feed conversion and growth results.
Assist with breeding, farrowing and weaning activities when required.
Operate and check both automated and manual feeding and watering equipment.
Carry out daily livestock checks and report any signs of illness, injury or unusual behaviour.
Administer treatments and vaccinations as instructed and maintain accurate records.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and farm biosecurity, including washing, disinfecting and maintaining pig housing.
Work closely with the farm team and follow established production and health & safety procedures.
Experience Required
Minimum 2 years' practical experience on a commercial pig farm.
Strong practical knowledge of finisher pig management.
Good animal husbandry and livestock handling skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
Reliable, observant and willing to follow farm procedures and biosecurity requirements.
Salary
€36,605 per year, based on a 39-hour working week.
If you have the relevant commercial pig farming experience and would like to be considered for the position, please send your CV in confidence to:
[email protected]
Posted
Oct 08, 2026
County
Laois
Company Name
SOS Pigs Ltd
Experience
1 - 3 Years
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