Dairy Farm Helper Jobs In Greece – Everything You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about dairy farm helper jobs in Greece with visa sponsorship for Indians, Nepalis, Bangladeshis, Sri Lankans & Filipinos. Salary €850 – €1,400/month, free or subsidised accommodation, meals included, and a direct path to permanent residency in Greece under the Metaklisi (μετάκληση) work permit programme.

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Selection Process

• CV & document shortlisting
• Counsellor video interview
• Employer document review
• Work permit processing (2–4 months)
• Flight & pre-departure briefing
• Arrival, induction & farm orientation

About These Jobs

Greece is one of Europe’s largest dairy producing nations, with thousands of farms across Thessaly, Central Macedonia, and Peloponnese. With an ageing local workforce and EU-backed agricultural expansion, farm owners are actively recruiting international workers under Greece’s official Metaklisi quota system. This gives you a legal, government-approved pathway to work — and eventually settle — in Europe.

What You Will Do

Who Can Apply

Salary & Benefits

About the Opportunity

Greece is one of Europe’s top agricultural producers — its dairy industry produces over 800,000 tonnes of milk annually, driven by tens of thousands of family farms and large cooperatives in Thessaly, Central Macedonia, and Peloponnese. With an ageing local workforce and EU-funded expansion of the agricultural sector, Greek farm owners are urgently recruiting international helpers through Greece’s official Metaklisi quota system — a government-backed programme that gives you a legal EU work permit and residence card.

Dairy farm helper jobs in Greece are ideal for workers from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Philippines who are physically fit, willing to learn, and ready to build a future in Europe.

Salary for Dairy Farm Helper Jobs in Greece (2026)

All salaries comply with Greek minimum wage law (€830/month in 2026) and include national insurance contributions under EFKA.

Available Job Roles – Dairy Farm & Agriculture

• Milking Operator — operating automated and manual milking systems
• Herd Care Assistant — feeding, watering and monitoring animal health
• Barn Cleaner / Sanitation Worker — maintaining hygiene in stalls and parlours
• Calving/Lambing Assistant — supporting births and newborn animal care
• Feed Preparation Worker — mixing and distributing feed rations
• Milk Collection Handler — loading and transporting milk to processing units
• General Farm Labourer — fencing, irrigation, machinery upkeep

Requirements for Dairy Farm Helper Jobs in Greece for Indians & Asians

Minimum Requirements

• Age: 22 – 45 years
• Education: No specific requirement — basic literacy preferred
• Experience: Farm or agriculture experience preferred but not compulsory
• Physical fitness: Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Language: Basic English or Hindi (Greek language training provided on arrival)
• Passport: Valid for minimum 2 years

Required Documents

• Valid passport (min. 2 years validity)
• Updated CV / resume in English
• 2 recent passport-size photographs
• Medical fitness certificate from a registered doctor
• Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from home country
• Educational certificates (if available)
• Prior employment certificates (if any)

Role & Eligibility

Key Responsibilities

• Milking cows, goats and sheep using automated equipment under supervision
• Feeding herd according to scheduled diet plans and monitoring feed intake
• Cleaning barns, stalls, feeding troughs and milking equipment daily
• Assisting veterinary staff during health checks, calving and vaccinations
• Loading and unloading feed, hay bales and milk containers
• Monitoring animal behaviour and reporting signs of illness to farm manager
• Performing basic machinery and equipment maintenance tasks

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all nationalities — Indian, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Filipino most welcome
• No criminal record — PCC required
• Good physical health — medical certificate required
• Willing to live on or near farm premises
• Willing to work shifts including weekends and early mornings

Salary & Benefits Package

Why Choose Greece?

Visa & Travel Process

1. Apply Online — Submit your CV through HITV Jobs portal
2. Screening — Counsellor reviews profile and contacts you within 24–48 hrs
3. Interview — Video call interview with our placement team
4. Job Offer — Employer issues official job offer letter
5. Document Submission — Submit passport, PCC, medical certificate
6. Metaklisi Quota Filing — Employer files for your work permit with Greek authorities
7. Visa Issuance — Greek consulate issues D-type work visa (2–4 months)
8. Flight & Departure — Employer arranges or reimburses one-way ticket
9. Arrival & Orientation — Farm induction, accommodation setup

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior farm experience needed?

No. Basic training is provided on-farm during your first week. Willingness to work outdoors is more important than experience.

Do I have to pay any fees?

No. HITV Jobs never charges workers. All placement fees are paid by the employer. Beware of agents asking for upfront money.

How long is the visa process?

The Metaklisi work permit typically takes 2–4 months from job offer to visa issuance.

Can I bring my family to Greece?

After 12 months of continuous employment, you can apply for family reunification under Greek immigration law.

What happens after the 2-year contract?

Most employers renew contracts. After 5 years you qualify for EU permanent residency (Article 8 Directive 2003/109/EC).

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