A rare opportunity to manage and develop a private pet farm within a strictly private country estate in East Kerry.
This is a full-time, hands-on role focused on delivering exceptional standards of animal care within a secure, non-public environment.
The estate is creating a safe and structured setting for a range of animals, alongside a small number of carefully managed educational visits for children.
This is not a public-facing farm, it is a private, controlled environment where quality of care and discretion are key.
Key Responsibilities Daily care, feeding, and welfare management of mixed animals including Highland cattle, llama, ostrich, Sika deer, goats, ducks, and sheep Maintain animal housing, paddocks, fencing, and overall farm organisation to a high standard Support the introduction and integration of new animals in line with best practice Monitor health and welfare, liaising with veterinary support where required Ensure a clean, safe, and well-managed environment at all times Education & Interaction Support a small number of structured visits for children within the estate Explain animal care, behaviour, and welfare in a clear and engaging way Ensure all interaction is calm, safe, and controlled Requirements Proven experience working with livestock or mixed animal environments Strong understanding of animal welfare and practical husbandry Calm, professional manner, comfortable in a private estate setting Confident communicator, able to engage appropriately with small groups Reliable, organised, and capable of working independently Whats on Offer Permanent, full-time position Highly private and secure working environment Opportunity to build and manage a unique, welfare-led animal setting Scenic East Kerry estate location Skills: Hands-on Animal welfare farm organisation Daily animal care Reliable Management skills Liasing with veterinary support