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Direct hiring — apply today. Poland-based dairy farm operators and cooperatives — including Mlekpol, Mlekovita, Polmlek, OSM Piątnica and Danone Polska — all operating under Polish labour law (Kodeks Pracy) and the agricultural sector collective agreement, registered with ZUS (Zakład Ubezpieczeń Społecznych) — have an immediate requirement for dairy farm assistants to join active dairy and livestock operations in Podlaskie, Warmińsko-Mazurskie, Mazowieckie and Wielkopolskie voivodeships, with an employer-supported work permit (zezwolenie na pracę typu A), help with on-farm accommodation, safety training and transport. Competitive gross salary PLN 4,200 – 6,000 / month plus overtime, paid annual leave, statutory benefits and ZUS Social Security cover under Polish labour law. Freshers and experienced both welcome — no upfront agent fee. Open to EU/EEA candidates (no visa required) and to non-EU candidates worldwide through Poland’s residence & work-authorisation route.
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Job Snapshot
| Role | Dairy Farm Assistant (Direct Hire) | Industry | Dairy & Livestock Farming |
| Country | Poland | Type | Full-Time, Contract |
| Salary | PLN 4,200 – 6,000 / month (gross) | Hours | 40 hrs / week (early-morning & evening milking shifts) |
| Contract | Polish employment contract (umowa o pracę, renewable) | Visa | Poland Type D long-stay work visa & work permit (zezwolenie na pracę typu A), processed with the employer via the Voivodeship Office |
| Stay | On-farm accommodation + meals + transport | Vacancies | 80+ (immediate joining) |
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Selection Process
- CV & document shortlisting
- Counsellor telephone / video interview
- Final round with the Poland employer (practical assessment as applicable)
- Offer letter & Poland work-authorisation (zezwolenie na pracę) / Type D long-stay work-visa filing
About the Opportunity
Poland is one of the EU’s largest dairy producers, with cooperatives and family farms across Podlaskie, Warmińsko-Mazurskie and Wielkopolskie constantly needing hands for milking, feeding, calf care and shed cleaning on 6-days-a-week rosters. Selected candidates travel to Poland within 6–12 weeks and step onto the farm the same week.
Selected candidates are employed directly by Poland-based dairy operators on a renewable Polish employment contract (umowa o pracę) under Polish labour law, with salary paid monthly by payroll (pasek wynagrodzeń) into a Polish bank account — plus ZUS Social Security cover, on-farm shared housing, farm-provided meals, transport, paid annual leave and statutory benefits.
Top Hiring Partners in Poland
- Mlekpol — Poland’s largest dairy cooperative
- Mlekovita — leading dairy processor
- Polmlek — national dairy group
- OSM Piątnica — well-known dairy cooperative
- Danone Polska — global dairy brand
- Bakoma — dairy & yogurt producer
Salary for Dairy Farm Assistant Jobs in Poland (2026)
One of the most-searched queries is “dairy farm assistant jobs in Poland 2026 salary” — here is the realistic breakdown by grade. Salaries in Poland are quoted gross and paid monthly by payroll (pasek wynagrodzeń), with ZUS Social Security on top.
✅ Employer help with shared accommodation and transport to the workplace
✅ ZUS Social Security cover, paid annual leave and statutory benefits under Polish labour law
| Grade | Monthly Salary (Gross) | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy Farm Helper (Entry) | PLN 4,200 – 4,400 | + Housing + Meals |
| Dairy Farm Assistant | PLN 4,400 – 4,700 | + Attendance Bonus |
| Milking Parlour Assistant | PLN 4,700 – 5,000 | + Skill Allowance |
| Dairy Farm Worker | PLN 4,800 – 5,200 | + Overtime |
| Livestock Farm Assistant | PLN 5,000 – 5,400 | + Skill Allowance |
| Herd Team Leader | PLN 5,500 – 6,000 | + All Benefits |
These are the specific grades open for international applicants. Entry-level positions typically welcome freshers — full on-the-job training is provided in the first two weeks.
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Requirements for Dairy Farm Assistant Jobs in Poland
Polish employers prioritise reliability, skill and a hardworking attitude. Below are the standard requirements for this role.
Minimum Requirements
- Age: 18 to 48 years
- Education: Basic literacy; primary schooling preferred
- Experience: Farm / livestock / dairy experience preferred; freshers accepted for helper grades
- Skills: Milking (manual and machine), calf feeding, shed cleaning, basic animal handling, teamwork
- Availability: Ready to relocate to Poland within 6–12 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic English (Polish is a plus)
- Fitness: Medically fit for early-morning shifts, standing and physical farm work
- Record: Clean police clearance / criminal-record certificate
Required Documents
- Valid passport (24+ months validity)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Educational mark sheets / certificates
- Farm / livestock experience certificate (as applicable)
- Police clearance / criminal-record certificate
- Medical fitness certificate
- Updated CV in English (Polish is a plus)
Role & Eligibility
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with mechanical and manual milking during morning and evening shifts.
- Feed and water cows, calves and heifers per the herd nutrition plan.
- Clean milking parlours, feed alleys and cubicles to hygiene standards.
- Handle calf rearing, colostrum management and basic health checks.
- Follow EU animal welfare and food-safety (HACCP) procedures at all times.
- Assist with silage, forage and general farm maintenance work.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 18 to 48 years
- Education: Basic literacy; primary schooling preferred
- Experience: Farm / livestock / dairy experience preferred; freshers accepted for helper grades
- Skills: Milking (manual and machine), calf feeding, shed cleaning, basic animal handling, teamwork
- Availability: Ready to relocate to Poland within 6–12 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic English (Polish is a plus)
- Fitness: Medically fit for early-morning shifts, standing and physical farm work
- Record: Clean police clearance / criminal-record certificate
Salary & Benefits Package
Compensation is protected by Polish labour law (Kodeks Pracy) and ZUS (Zakład Ubezpieczeń Społecznych) registration.
- Gross Salary: PLN 4,200 – 6,000 / month, paid by payroll (pasek wynagrodzeń)
- Overtime: Paid at premium rates per the Polish labour code
- Accommodation: Employer-provided on-farm shared housing (or a housing allowance)
- Meals: Farm-provided meals during shifts (varies by employer)
- Transport: Farm transport or a commuting allowance
- Medical: Full public healthcare cover through the National Health Fund (NFZ) via ZUS
- Annual Leave: Statutory 20–26 days paid leave per Polish labour law
- Severance: Statutory severance and end-of-contract benefits under Polish labour law
- Visa: Poland Type D long-stay work visa & work permit (zezwolenie na pracę typu A), processed by the employer with the Voivodeship Office (EU/EEA candidates need no visa)
Why Choose Poland?
- Strong EU labour rights — 20–26 days paid leave, capped working hours and ZUS cover from day one.
- Direct hiring — no agent fees — the Polish work permit is filed by the employer.
- Payroll protection — salary is paid on time to your Polish bank account every month by law.
- Steady demand — Poland is one of the largest EU dairy producers with year-round hiring on family farms and cooperatives.
- Career growth — helper → milking parlour assistant → livestock farm assistant → herd team leader.
- Path to residency — continuous legal work in Poland can lead to long-term EU residence over time.
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Visa & Travel Process
Recruitment runs under Poland’s Type D long-stay work visa and work permit (zezwolenie na pracę typu A) system, managed by the Voivodeship Office (Urząd Wojewódzki). From application to landing in Poland typically takes 6–12 weeks (EU/EEA candidates can start even sooner, with no visa required):
- Application & Shortlisting — Submit your CV and documents through the BBC News Job portal.
- Online Interview — Pre-screen with our counsellor, then a call with the Poland employer.
- Job Offer & Labour Contract — Employer issues the offer letter and Polish employment contract.
- Work Permit & Visa — Employer files the work permit with the Voivodeship Office; you collect the Type D long-stay work visa at the Polish consulate (non-EU candidates).
- Medical & Documents — Complete the required medical fitness check and legalise your documents.
- Travel & Onboarding — Fly to Poland; register with ZUS and complete the residence-permit formalities on arrival.
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