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We have a position available for Dairy Herd Manager. The position based in Te Puke area in New Zealand This is full-time, permanent positions guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $25 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Oversees core aspects of daily farm operations, including the management of the dairy shed (milking) and may be responsible for animal health and other assigned duties. Takes ownership of daily routines such as milking, effluent handling, and feeding, ensuring they are carried out efficiently. Works independently and is capable of supervising and training other team members. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance productivity and contribute to the success of the farm. Applies efficient milking techniques and maintains high standards of hygiene across the dairy operation. Accurately records animal health treatments and resolves milk quality issues. Identifies and...

We are looking for  Herd Managers to join our team, with the opportunity to step into a 2IC role and take on increasing managerial responsibility. We milk 850 cows through a 54-bail rotary with ACRs. This is a hands-on role, but we are looking for more than someone who can simply complete the day-to-day farm tasks. We want someone with passion for farming, sound knowledge, initiative and ambition who can become a genuine support to the Farm Manager and confidently take responsibility when required. The role involves understanding and taking responsibility for the daily running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. You will need to work effectively with minimal supervision, supervise and train other staff, organise daily tasks and help ensure the farm runs smoothly and efficiently. You will be expected to identify opportunities to improve the way we work and contribute ideas that benefit the wider farm business. You will need to keep accurate records, gather and...

A competent 50% sharemilker is required for our Eureka dairy farm, midway between Morrinsville and Hamilton. Flat fertile property which suits early calving herd. 3 BDRM dwelling, 20 aside HB cowshed. 85000kg MS 3 year average production. 6HA maize grown for silage , standard 3 year contract. Apply with cv and references to  [email protected]

200 Cow Dairy Farm | Full-Time Position | Close to Hamilton We are looking for a reliable, practical and motivated person to join our dairy farming operation in the Waikato, conveniently located close to Hamilton. We milk approximately 200 cows and are looking for someone who is confident working independently and capable of taking sole charge of the farm on a regular basis. This is a full-time position, and we are more interested in finding the right person with the right attitude than simply filling the role. What the job involves Milking and general day-to-day dairy farm operations. Taking sole charge of the farm when required. Feeding out silage and other supplementary feeds. Moving stock and general animal husbandry. Fencing, repairs and general farm maintenance. Spraying and weed control. Operating tractors and other farm machinery. Helping maintain a tidy, safe and well-run farm. Who we...

We are seeking an Assistant Dairy Farm Manager to join our team milking 570 cows in a split calving system in the Bay of Plenty. Currently have one third of the herd calving in Autumn (March-April) and two thirds calving in spring (July-August). Cows are fed supplements everyday using a mixer wagon/feedpad system.  Expected duties include the following: -Milk harvesting and ensuring milk quality -Monitoring animal health including administering and recording health treatments - Staff management -Shed maintenance and preparation -Tractor work including loading mixer wagon and feeding out on feedpad - Machine Maintenance -Weed control -General farm maintenance and duties  We are looking for someone with at least 9 months of relevant experience and a relative tertiary qualification. Guaranteed minimum work hours of 40/week 

We are needing a dairy assistant to work in with our existing farm team.  Must have farm experience. Accomodation shared. Must be in NZ Please send through CV with cover letter

2ic required to help with the day to day running of our 600 cow dairy farm . 50 bale rotary with ACR in shed feeding system. . Must be confident at riding both 2 & 4 wheeler motorbike. Tractor driving is skills  is required . Duties   milking  , cow shed requirements cleaning hygiene and record keeping . Stock feeding . Weed control . Effluent shifting. Young stock drenching , winter crop feeding . General farm maintenance . Mating  recording. Must been confident too work unsupervised or in a team have a good personality. Willing to do a drug and alcohol test and follow health and safety requirements.

We are looking for our next superstar to join our team due to a staff member having to finish up mid season for personal circumstances, you will work alongside the contract milker and 2ic milking 600 cows through our 27 aside twin pit herringbone shed with protrack and cow manager tags.1 to 2 years experience is preferred but training can be provided if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn. Your key duties would be but aren't limited to, helping with the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm, ensuring the smooth running of tasks related to milking, feeding, animal care, and farm maintenance. The role is hands-on and requires both physical work and a basic understanding of farm operations.  Our farm is located 5 minutes from Otautau and 20 minutes from Winton, this job comes with a 3 bedroom home, remuneration will be  based on experience Please send your cv with 2 references if you would like to apply, note we are NOT accredited employers  you must reside...

Purpose of the position: Assists with daily operational tasks as directed, including feeding, milking, animal health, effluent. Is aware of on-farm compliance, e.g. health, safety, and wellbeing; environment, animal welfare, etc. Milking : Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out milk harvesting tasks as directed and is developing the correct skills to milk efficiently and safely. • Helps set up dairy prior to milking and on time. • Milks cows efficiently and safely, as directed. • Uses backing gate well. • Teat sprays well. • Marks cows well. Understands factors that affect milk quality, and the reasons for regulations around milk quality safety. • Understands the cost and implications of grading milk and high somatic cell counts. • Helps manage ‘dirty cows’. • Implements dairy hygiene requirements. Assists with cleaning and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults...

Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.   Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.   Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.   Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.   Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...