JAMES, 26, MALE, IRELAND (NEW ARRIVAL - 1ST JOB REQUIRED)
COMPETENT & WELL EDUCATED - DEGREE IN MEDICAL ENGINEERING, PLANS TO RETRAIN AS A VET
DRIVER, BIKE RIDER, DAIRY & TRACTOR EXPERIENCE
TRAVELLING AND HOPING FOR WORK WITH HIS FRIEND ANDREW
LIVESTOCK, FARM VEHICLES AND MACHINERY ROLE, KEEN TO LEARN ALL ASPECTS OF FARMWORK.
INTENDS TO GAIN 2ND VISA, WILL BE IN AUSTRALIA FOR 1 YEAR, LOOKING TO WORK FOR 4-5 MONTHS INITIALLY, AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 08/09/2025
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COMPETENT & WELL EDUCATED - DEGREE IN MEDICAL ENGINEERING, PLANS TO RETRAIN AS A VET
DRIVER, BIKE RIDER, DAIRY & TRACTOR EXPERIENCE
TRAVELLING AND HOPING FOR WORK WITH HIS FRIEND ANDREW
LIVESTOCK, FARM VEHICLES AND MACHINERY ROLE, KEEN TO LEARN ALL ASPECTS OF FARMWORK.
INTENDS TO GAIN 2ND VISA, WILL BE IN AUSTRALIA FOR 1 YEAR, LOOKING TO WORK FOR 4-5 MONTHS INITIALLY, AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 08/09/2025
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PROFILE INFORMATION
BACK AT HOME
James (JB) is 27 from Ireland.
He has a degree in Biomedical Engineering, and has worked for Intel (computer chip manufacturer) for 3 years.
He took redundancy from there and has been travelling in Europe, Africa and Asia for the last 6 months with his friend Andrew.
Portlaoise CBS 2011-2017 Studied Ag Science, Biology, Applied Math's and History Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering in University of Limerick (2017-2021)
Keen to study Veterinary when he returns home.
Aims and Motivations here in Australia
JB is keen to build up all round farm and livestock skills to be bale to access rural work for up to 3 years in Australia.
He is particularly focused on Livestock and all round farm work, work with farm vehicles etc, and hopes to use this knowledge to transition to a vet career in the future.
JB is deeply interested in improving his knowledge of animal welfare and husbandry. His long-term goals include veterinary studies, so he is eager for as much exposure to animals as possible. He also aims to become more proficient in operating heavy machinery, improve carpentry and metalwork skills, and develop as a horse rider.
Employment History
Job 1. Intel – Process Engineer (Oct 2021 – Oct 2024)
Worked with laser tools, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and productivity standards. Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm.
Job 2. Centra – Shop Assistant (Mar 2020 – Oct 2021)
Performed duties across the shop floor, stockroom, and tills. Opened and closed the shop regularly. Worked weekends, minimum 16 hours/week.
Job 3. Filtertek – Student Engineer (May 2019 – Jan 2020)
Assisted in manufacturing medical valves, with focus on validation and testing. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.
Job 4. SuperValu – Shop Assistant (Oct 2017 – May 2019)
Worked across shop floor, stockroom, tills, and performed local deliveries in a Mercedes Sprinter van.
Job 5. Tyrell’s Vets – Volunteer (Summer 2014)
Supported local vets with TB testing, dehorning, castration, and small animal surgeries.
Job 6. Vetcare – Volunteer (Spring 2014)
Two-week placement supporting veterinary staff with small animal care and surgery preparation.
FARM AND WORKPLACE SKILLS
Farm / Livestock
JB grew up assisting on his uncle’s dairy farm from a young age. From age 8, he was involved in calving and calf care every February. At 16, he began assisting with calvings directly. He also worked in the milking parlour and helped with silage collection, driving tractors during summers for three years (10-hour days, two weeks annually).
Equine / equestrian
JB considers himself a beginner rider, capable of walking and trotting. He has minimal experience with stable or groundwork but has occasionally helped care for a neighbour’s horse.
Practical skills / trade skills
Carpentry: Built multiple shelving units, benches, and picnic tables (some sold).
Gardening: Weekly manual gardening tasks at his grandmother’s home.
Engineering: In college, helped design and build an 18-foot-long suspension bridge.
Tools: Proficient with hand and power tools including saws, drills, and electric saws.
OTHER GENERAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Driving & vehicles
Driver, motorbike rider, some tractor experience. Full Irish manual and automatic license (7 years experience)
Confident, experienced driver
Tractor: Massey Ferguson – 200+ hours (silage collection)
Quad Bike: 100+ hours
Motorbike (manual): Honda Win 250cc – 50+ hours
Scooter/Auto Bike: 50+ hours across various models (50cc–250cc)
Cars & Utility Vehicles: Toyota Auris, Ford Focus/Fiesta/Kuga, Land Rover, Ford Ranger – 2000+ hours
Other: Mercedes Sprinter (50+ hrs), camper van (20+ hrs in New Zealand), off-road Land Rover driving during African safari
Domestic, cook and childcare etc
Gained significant experience during COVID lockdowns and has since cooked for large groups (30+ people), including barbecues, pulled pork sandwiches, and Christmas dinners. Has looked after younger siblings and neighbours’ children from age 15–26, with experience across age groups (3–13).
Hospitality and customer service
TBC
PERSONAL
Personal / Social
Impressive, personal, organised and thoughtful / considered.
Sociable, polite.
Excellent English considers himself as his strong personal attributes include punctuality, enthusiasm, and a genuine enjoyment of physical work. He thrives in busy environments and prefers to stay active.
JB is known for his humor, friendliness, and confidence when interacting with new people.
Physical / Fitness
5.10 77kg, Physically fit and active for all tasks. In good shape.
Medical / Diet
normal diet, no medical conditions
Hobbies, other skills and interests
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (training and coaching)
Scuba Diving (Advanced certified)
Surfing, hiking, gym, running
Watching sports (hurling, soccer, MMA)
Cooking, music, TV, movies
Custom 3D printing/design projects
Travel
Volunteer youth leadership with Meitheal Program (7 years)
Enjoys physical tasks, adventure, and practical work
James (JB) is 27 from Ireland.
He has a degree in Biomedical Engineering, and has worked for Intel (computer chip manufacturer) for 3 years.
He took redundancy from there and has been travelling in Europe, Africa and Asia for the last 6 months with his friend Andrew.
Portlaoise CBS 2011-2017 Studied Ag Science, Biology, Applied Math's and History Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering in University of Limerick (2017-2021)
Keen to study Veterinary when he returns home.
Aims and Motivations here in Australia
JB is keen to build up all round farm and livestock skills to be bale to access rural work for up to 3 years in Australia.
He is particularly focused on Livestock and all round farm work, work with farm vehicles etc, and hopes to use this knowledge to transition to a vet career in the future.
JB is deeply interested in improving his knowledge of animal welfare and husbandry. His long-term goals include veterinary studies, so he is eager for as much exposure to animals as possible. He also aims to become more proficient in operating heavy machinery, improve carpentry and metalwork skills, and develop as a horse rider.
Employment History
Job 1. Intel – Process Engineer (Oct 2021 – Oct 2024)
Worked with laser tools, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and productivity standards. Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm.
Job 2. Centra – Shop Assistant (Mar 2020 – Oct 2021)
Performed duties across the shop floor, stockroom, and tills. Opened and closed the shop regularly. Worked weekends, minimum 16 hours/week.
Job 3. Filtertek – Student Engineer (May 2019 – Jan 2020)
Assisted in manufacturing medical valves, with focus on validation and testing. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.
Job 4. SuperValu – Shop Assistant (Oct 2017 – May 2019)
Worked across shop floor, stockroom, tills, and performed local deliveries in a Mercedes Sprinter van.
Job 5. Tyrell’s Vets – Volunteer (Summer 2014)
Supported local vets with TB testing, dehorning, castration, and small animal surgeries.
Job 6. Vetcare – Volunteer (Spring 2014)
Two-week placement supporting veterinary staff with small animal care and surgery preparation.
FARM AND WORKPLACE SKILLS
Farm / Livestock
JB grew up assisting on his uncle’s dairy farm from a young age. From age 8, he was involved in calving and calf care every February. At 16, he began assisting with calvings directly. He also worked in the milking parlour and helped with silage collection, driving tractors during summers for three years (10-hour days, two weeks annually).
Equine / equestrian
JB considers himself a beginner rider, capable of walking and trotting. He has minimal experience with stable or groundwork but has occasionally helped care for a neighbour’s horse.
Practical skills / trade skills
Carpentry: Built multiple shelving units, benches, and picnic tables (some sold).
Gardening: Weekly manual gardening tasks at his grandmother’s home.
Engineering: In college, helped design and build an 18-foot-long suspension bridge.
Tools: Proficient with hand and power tools including saws, drills, and electric saws.
OTHER GENERAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Driving & vehicles
Driver, motorbike rider, some tractor experience. Full Irish manual and automatic license (7 years experience)
Confident, experienced driver
Tractor: Massey Ferguson – 200+ hours (silage collection)
Quad Bike: 100+ hours
Motorbike (manual): Honda Win 250cc – 50+ hours
Scooter/Auto Bike: 50+ hours across various models (50cc–250cc)
Cars & Utility Vehicles: Toyota Auris, Ford Focus/Fiesta/Kuga, Land Rover, Ford Ranger – 2000+ hours
Other: Mercedes Sprinter (50+ hrs), camper van (20+ hrs in New Zealand), off-road Land Rover driving during African safari
Domestic, cook and childcare etc
Gained significant experience during COVID lockdowns and has since cooked for large groups (30+ people), including barbecues, pulled pork sandwiches, and Christmas dinners. Has looked after younger siblings and neighbours’ children from age 15–26, with experience across age groups (3–13).
Hospitality and customer service
TBC
PERSONAL
Personal / Social
Impressive, personal, organised and thoughtful / considered.
Sociable, polite.
Excellent English considers himself as his strong personal attributes include punctuality, enthusiasm, and a genuine enjoyment of physical work. He thrives in busy environments and prefers to stay active.
JB is known for his humor, friendliness, and confidence when interacting with new people.
Physical / Fitness
5.10 77kg, Physically fit and active for all tasks. In good shape.
Medical / Diet
normal diet, no medical conditions
Hobbies, other skills and interests
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (training and coaching)
Scuba Diving (Advanced certified)
Surfing, hiking, gym, running
Watching sports (hurling, soccer, MMA)
Cooking, music, TV, movies
Custom 3D printing/design projects
Travel
Volunteer youth leadership with Meitheal Program (7 years)
Enjoys physical tasks, adventure, and practical work
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