" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eIrish Exchange | Dairy Farming Adventure in Ireland\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15849\"\u003e Agribusiness \u0026amp; Farming \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15850\"\u003e Farmer / Farm Hand \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15853\"\u003e Christchurch \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15854\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with Irish farmers and build skills \u0026amp; lifelong friendships\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirport pickup, banking \u0026amp; tax setup plus pastoral support\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e€14.00/hr + accommodation \u0026amp; 2 meals/day\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFarm the world. Grow your future. Live your dream.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Through our new partnership with FRS Farm Relief Services in Ireland, Max People is giving eligible young Kiwis, New Zealand-based farm workers and eligible backpackers the opportunity to live and work on family-run Irish farms during the busy spring calving season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBefore applying, please take a moment to check that you meet the eligibility requirements for an Irish Working Holiday Visa and have the legal ability to work in Ireland.\u003c/strong\u003e This programme is designed for applicants who can meet the relevant visa requirements, so we encourage you to research your eligibility before applying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you are eligible, this is your chance to gain international farming experience while living in one of the world\u0027s most beautiful countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Experience the Northern Hemisphere like never before \u0026mdash; celebrate St Patrick\u0027s Day in Ireland, enjoy authentic Irish music, culture and legendary hospitality, and explore everything the Emerald Isle has to offer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e And when you\u0027re not working? Europe is right on your doorstep. A budget flight could see you sipping coffee in Paris, exploring castles in Scotland or relaxing on a Spanish beach. Not a bad way to spend your days off!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It\u0027s the perfect combination of farming experience, cultural immersion and adventure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRole Details\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork on family-run Irish farms during their peak spring calving season\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMilk approximately 100\u0026ndash;250 cows\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with calf rearing, animal health and general farm maintenance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn intensive spring block calving systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork up to approximately 60 hours per week during busy periods\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u0026euro;14.00/hr + accommodation and 2 meals per day\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirport pickup on arrival and local orientation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssistance with banking and tax setup\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing pastoral care and support\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccident and sickness loss-of-earnings insurance arranged\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Require\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 1 year of hands-on dairy farming experience, including milking\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCalving experience is highly desirable\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence working with livestock, machinery and general farm duties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn new systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEligibility to obtain and meet the conditions of an Irish Working Holiday Visa\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to meet Irish visa and health requirements, including being fit to work and having a clean record\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlease research your Irish Working Holiday Visa eligibility before applying. Applicants who are unable to legally obtain the required visa or work rights for Ireland will not be eligible for this programme.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite Culture \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLive and work with welcoming Irish farming families\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience some of Ireland\u0027s best rural locations and tourist destinations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild independence and confidence while experiencing a new culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscussion groups, farm tours and college days included\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop your dairy skills and international farming experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake lifelong friendships and memories along the way\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c/strong\u003e Ireland \u0026ndash; various family-run farms across the Emerald Isle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Max People?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMax People started as a specialist construction recruitment agency and has grown to become a trusted workforce partner across construction, agriculture, manufacturing and logistics throughout New Zealand.\u003cbr\u003e Through our Ireland Exchange Programme and partnership with FRS Farm Relief Services, we\u0027re giving Kiwi and New Zealand-based dairy workers the opportunity to take their farming careers global \u0026mdash; with support from the Max People team and our trusted Irish partners from the moment you start your journey.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply online today and take your dairy career overseas with Max People!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c/strong\u003e Before applying, please ensure you have researched and meet the eligibility requirements for an Irish Working Holiday Visa and can legally obtain the right to work in Ireland. While we welcome interest in the programme, only applicants who meet the minimum farming experience and visa eligibility requirements will be considered. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4475887\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "