Marketing & Event Coordinator
Location:
Coachford, Co. Cork (with travel across Ireland & UK)
Employment:
Full-time, Permanent
Sector:
Agriculture / Events / Marketing
O'Donovan Engineering
, a leading manufacturer of innovative livestock handling equipment, is seeking a highly organised and motivated
Marketing & Event Coordinator
to support our growing presence across Ireland and the UK.
With a schedule of
20+ agricultural shows, trade events, and exhibitions each year
, this is a hands-on role ideal for someone who loves agriculture, enjoys travel, and excels at bringing events and brand marketing to life.
Event Planning & Delivery
* Coordinate, plan, and deliver all company events, trade shows, and agricultural exhibitions.
* Manage logistics, travel schedules, stand layouts, equipment transport, and onsite setup/breakdown.
* Complete event paperwork, H&S requirements, and risk assessments.
* Represent the company professionally to farmers, dealers, and industry partners.
* Capture event activity for marketing use and complete post-event reports.
Stand Building & Onsite Operations
* Prepare product displays, promotional materials, and layouts.
* Work with dispatch to ensure equipment arrives on time and is professionally presented.
* Take a hands-on role in building, assembling, and maintaining event stands.
Marketing & Content Creation
* Support social media activity with photos, videos, and event-led content.
* Assist with campaigns, product promotions, and brand storytelling.
* Contribute customer insights and feedback to help shape marketing strategy.
* Help maintain marketing documentation, product info, and promotional assets.
Essential
* Strong organisation and project management skills.
* Background or strong interest in agriculture (dairy, beef, or sheep).
* Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and visual.
* Ability to work hands-on with equipment and stand setups.
* Confident using IT tools (Microsoft Office, especially Excel).
* Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel frequently, including overnight.
* Self-motivated, professional, and comfortable working independently.
Desirable
* Experience in events, marketing, or social media content creation.
* Photography or videography skills.
* Experience at agri events or similar technical product environments.
Why this role?
* Join a respected, long-established agri-engineering company with deep roots in rural Ireland.
* Varied, high-impact role combining events, travel, marketing, and customer engagement.
* Work closely with a supportive Sales & Marketing Manager and a strong internal team.
* Contribute to a brand known for quality, innovation, and leadership in livestock solutions.
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