Location: Teagasc, Rural Economy & Development Centre, Mellows Campus, Athenry, Co. Galway. or at a Teagasc Centre within proximity of one of the catchment areas in the North East or North West.
Technician
Salary: Technician Grade 1 with a Salary Scale of €36,946 to €47,985
Closing Date: 31/07/2025 12:00 PM
Funded Full Time

BASIC FUNCTION:

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Data Collection Technician who possesses a deep understanding of sustainability. In this critical role, the successful candidate will be responsible for collecting essential farm financial, technical and environmental data enabling researchers and advisors to assess the sustainability performance and progress made by farms participating in the Agricultural Catchments Programme (ACP) and National Farm Survey (NFS). Participating farms provide data on a voluntary basis to the Data Collector who visits 2 to 3 times during the year to manage this process. The role will also involve recruiting ACP farmers on an annual basis to participate in the survey. The successful candidate will join a team of data collection specialists based at other Teagasc Research Centres and Advisory offices across the country and will engage with farm advisors and other farm stakeholders in the compilation of the data.
The position will primarily involve data collection in the Cregduff, Corduff and Dunleer catchments but may involve data collection in other areas.

The position also involves fulfilling our statutory responsibility to provide vital data to the EU Commission in relation to the uptake and implementation of sustainable farming practices. This role includes annual canvassing of farms to encourage their participation in our survey, further advancing sustainability in Irish agriculture, and providing valuable feedback to farmers on their progress. Due to the varied work patterns of farmers, the successful candidate will be someone who thrives on using their own initiative and values flexibility.

• Collect environmental, financial and technical data required by the National Farm Survey (NFS) and Agricultural Catchments Programme (ACP) team.
• To input data as required by the National Farm Survey Team.
• To provide technical, field and laboratory support to the ACP staff and to implement the agree protocols.
• Participation in the dissemination of information generated by the ACP.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Level 6 qualification, (as recognised on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent), in agricultural, environmental science or financial management or related discipline
• Full Clean Valid Drivers Licence
• A Level 7 or 8 in agricultural science, environmental science or business would be a distinct advantage

SKILLS

• Good IT and data entry skills
• Good Numeracy skills
• Good one to one communications skills
• People and resource management skills
• Experience in preparing farm accounts
• Experience in canvassing and undertaking surveys
• A track record in use of excel

KNOWLEDGE

• Good practical knowledge of Irish farming systems.
• Good knowledge of European environmental issues.
• Computer Literate with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, MS Word etc.
• Knowledge and/or experience in financial management/accounts
• Good knowledge of farm management and practice
• Understand DAFM farm scheme and regulations
• Experience in preparing and interpreting financial accounts

• Collect environmental, financial and technical data required by the National Farm Survey (NFS) and Agricultural Catchments Programme (ACP) team.
• To input data as required by the National Farm Survey Team.
• To provide technical, field and laboratory support to the ACP staff and to implement the agree protocols.
• Participation in the dissemination of information generated by the ACP