Careers.

Do you want to be part of an exciting global business with over 61 years of history behind it?

Why not join our team!

Silver Hill Duck is a fast paced and dynamic workplace where we offer a progressive and supportive working environment, along with regular opportunities to progress your career within the company.

Silver Hill Duck recognises that the training and development of our employees is vital to the continued development and success of our business.

See below for current vacancies!

Location: Emyvale, Co. Monaghan
Department: Sales & Marketing
Reports To: Sales and Marketing Manager

Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
Willingness to Travel: Required

 

Company Overview:
Silver Hill Duck is a leading provider of premium award-winning duck products, known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and exceptional customer service. We are looking to expand our team by hiring a Sales and Marketing Assistant who shares our passion for food excellence and is eager to contribute to the growth of the brand.

 

Job Description:
As a Sales and Marketing Assistant at Silver Hill Duck, you will play a key role in supporting the sales and marketing team in their efforts to increase brand awareness, drive sales, and support client relations. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will be involved in a variety of tasks from sales support to marketing campaign execution. A strong passion for food products, marketing, and an eagerness to travel and represent the brand is essential.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales Support: Assist the sales team with administrative tasks including customer correspondence, order processing, preparing sales reports, and managing customer databases.
  • Marketing Assistance: Help in creating and executing marketing campaigns across digital platforms, including social media, email, and online ads. Collaborate on the development of promotional materials such as brochures, product sheets, and website content.
  • Event Coordination: Support the team in organising and attending trade shows, events, and product launches. You may be required to travel for in-person events and trade exhibitions nationally and internationally.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with current clients, while supporting efforts to secure new business. Assist in managing customer inquiries and feedback.
  • Market Research: Assist in researching industry trends, competitor analysis, and customer preferences to help inform marketing and sales strategies.
  • Reporting & Analysis: Compile and analyse sales and marketing data to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for growth.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
  • Skills:
    • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and marketing tools.
    • Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
    • Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
    • Creative mindset with a willingness to contribute new ideas.

Why Join Silver Hill Duck?

  • Growth Opportunities: We offer opportunities for professional development and career progression within the company.
  • Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fast-paced, innovative company that is always evolving.
  • Passionate Team: Join a team that is passionate about quality, sustainability, and delivering excellence in everything we do.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment. 

How to Apply:
If you are excited about contributing to a leading Irish food brand, please submit your CV letter to hr@silverhillduck.com by 25/04/25

 

 

 

    Job Title: HR Coordinator

    Reporting to: Managing Director

    Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

    Location: Emyvale, Co. Monaghan

    Key Accountabilities:

    • Support the recruitment process e.g. posting ads, screening candidates and reference checks.
    • Issue employment contracts, offer letters and correspondence to staff.
    • Manage the new employee induction process and support during initial employment period.
    • Management of employee probation periods i.e. tracking progress and performance with managers.
    • Management of employee welfare programs and driving employee engagement.
    • Advise management team on HR related queries by staying up to date and complying with changes in EU / IRL legislation in both HR and GDPR.
    • Support to management when dealing with long and short term absence.
    • Dealing with day-to-day HR queries from employees & management in a timely and professional manner.
    • Develop employee communication through different mediums e.g. company newsletter.
    • Review and develop HR policies, procedures and Employee Handbook.
    • Represent the HR aspect of the business on various cross functional teams and support all administration areas including Performance Management.
    • Develop, manage and report on HR KPI’s
    • Performance of other related duties as assigned.

    Requirements:

    • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in similar HR role.
    • Have attained CIPD qualification or other HR qualification.
    • Good employment law / HR knowledge.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Ability to work on own initiative.
    • Ability to prioritise and work at pace to complete tasks effectively

    Closing date for application is Friday 31/01/2025

      Job Title: Environmental Operative

      Reporting to: Environmental Manager

      Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

      Location: Emyvale, Co. Monaghan

      Key Accountabilities:

      • The primary responsibility is to maintain the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) in good working order.
      • Working as part of the environmental team to coordinate and implement the Company’s environmental strategy.
      • Daily monitoring of WWTP – collection of samples, testing samples, taking action if required based on results of testing.
      • Housekeeping around the site – strimming, mowing and spraying, light maintenance of equipment, changing of nets, organising regular clean out of sumps, changing IBCs, etc.
      • Monthly stock taking and ordering of chemical/test vials as required for the WWTP.
      • Daily recording keeping in compliance with the company’s Environmental Management System – water readings, effluent analysis, energy readings.
      • Helping sub-contractors as required and reviewing their work.
      • Performance of other related duties as assigned.

      Requirements:

      • Candidate should be a high-energy professional with excellent communication and organisational skills.
      • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
      • Full drivers licence an advantage.

      Closing date for application is Friday 31/01/2025

        Job Title: Assistant Hatchery Manager

        Reporting to: Hatchery Manager

        Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

        Location: Silver Hill Hatcheries, Co. Monaghan

        Key Accountabilities:

        • Organising daily work schedules and assisting in managing a team.
        • Assist with daily deliveries, egg inventory, incubation, transfer and equipment.
        • Drive performance to achieve high-quality day-old ducklings.
        • Manage daily production data and report at the production meetings.
        • Assist with maintenance issues and preventative maintenance with the maintenance team as required.
        • Enforce Silver Hill Hatchery code of practice.
        • Performance management throughout the process from egg receiving to dispatch of day olds to our growing farms.
        • Liaise with the supply farms and growing managers on egg and day-old quality.
        • Ensure all bio security measures are always adhered to.
        • Performance of other related duties as assigned.

        Requirements:

        • Previous poultry experience desirable.
        • Ideally a degree in poultry, animal science or another related field.
        • Ability to be flexible and respond to a changing environment.
        • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
        • Ability to work on own initiative.
        • Ability to prioritise and work at pace to complete tasks effectively.
        • Must live or be willing to relocate to live within 20 km of the hatchery.

        Closing date for application is Friday 17/01/2025

          Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

          Reporting to: Engineering Manager

          Location: Emyvale, Co. Monaghan

          Key Accountabilities:

          • Installing, maintaining and repairing electrical control, wiring and lighting systems.
          • Reading technical diagrams and drawings.
          • Performing general electrical maintenance.
          • Inspecting transformers, circuit breakers and other electrical components.
          • Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
          • Repairing and replacing equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
          • Following National Electrical Code state and local building regulations.
          • Performing circuit breaker corrective maintenance.
          • Maintaining good knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems as well as various testing equipment.
          • General repair work to process machinery.
          • Routine preventative maintenance.
          • Completion of relevant paperwork.
          • Performance of other related duties as assigned.

          Requirements:

          • Previous electrical experience and qualifications is required.
          • Good manual dexterity is essential.
          • Ability to work to a flexible schedule to accommodate and prioritise the needs of the business.
          • Excellent time management and an ability to work independently.
          • Work well with other functions developing positive relationships to ensure the delivery of results.

          Applications for this post be made to HR@Silverhillduck.com by the 3rd March 2025.