10 Assistant Herd Manager jobs

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (12+ months) to join our team as Assistant Herd Manager on an 1,800-cow farm in the Ashburton area, operating a two 50 Bail Rotary milking shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 44. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 5 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Salary is up to $63,000 per annum, subject to experience. Candidates must have...

The role requires experience dealing with milking ,Mastitis treatment ,lame cow treatment and managing a herringbone shed and a good knowledge of animal welfare and shed hygiene. The dairy farm is situated close to Rangiora and Kaiapoi

We require a motivated, honest and reliable farm assistant or Herd Manager for the 26/27 season to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working with animals and wants to be part of a supportive and hard working team environment.  Key Responsibilities Milking and maintaining high standards in the cowshed Ensuring a consistently low SCC and maintaining a grade-free milk supply Keeping accurate cowshed and herd records Operating tractors and farm machinery safely and efficiently Spraying and moving irrigators Monitoring animal health with a strong attention to detail Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic working environment  Skills & Experience We are looking for someone who is a positive team player, attitude is very important to us. a positive team player who enjoys working with their peers Good stockmanship and a quiet manner Ability to follow our farm systems as well...

Manage the day-to-day care and welfare of the dairy herd. Carry out milking efficiently while maintaining high milk quality and hygiene standards. Monitor animal health, identify sick or injured animals, and administer basic treatments or report issues promptly. Assist with calving Move stock safely between paddocks and assist with grazing management. Operate and maintain milking equipment and farm machinery safely. Maintain farm facilities, fences, water systems, and general farm infrastructure. Keep accurate records of animal health, milk production, treatments, and farm activities. Follow all farm health and safety policies and maintain a clean and safe work environment. please email your cv to [email protected]   please don't apply from overseas    No visa support available

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive farming operation in Tokoroa What we offer Competitive remuneration package 3 Bedroom house provided (NO DOGS) 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season  3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm infrastructure Opportunities for growth and career development  Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a focus on animal welfare Previous dairy farming experience  Strong animal husbandry skills  Drug-free and reliable  If you are looking for an...

Our family-owned and operated farm, just 10 minutes from the lovely town of Waiuku and around an hour from Auckland, is something we are incredibly proud of. We milk 430 Jersey/Jersey-cross cows through a 40 aside herringbone shed on 161 hectares of well cared for land, and we run a tidy, organised operation where standards matter. While we are still very hands-on, we are now looking for the right person who is currently a dairy farm assistant who is looking to eventually step into a Herd Manager role and become a key part of the future of our farm. This is not just about filling a position — it’s about finding someone we can trust to take increasing responsibility.  You will need to be confident in your ability and comfortable working unsupervised across all core areas of the farm. This includes milk production and quality, animal health and wellbeing, mating and AI, feed allocation, tractor work, calving and calf rearing, and maintaining the overall standard of the farm day...

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic  Assistant Herd Manager to join our high-performing dairy team in Ikamatua, Grey Valley, West Coast, starting 20th July 2026. You will work with 650 predominantly Friesian cows, milked using a 54 bail rotary shed with ACRs, Protrack, in-shed feeding, Datamar Collars, and irrigated paddocks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone committed to furthering their dairy career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Our operation values teamwork and utilises modern technology across all aspects of farm management. Requirements: - Experience working on dairy farms  would be helpful but not essential - Strong work ethic and positive attitude - Excellent communication and time management skills - Commitment to developing skills and learning - Legally entitled to work in New Zealand - Understanding of animal health and welfare monitoring 

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We are seeking a motivated and reliable Assistant Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team. This is a full-time position working alongside the Farm Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the farm. The successful applicant will be actively involved in all aspects of dairy farming, including milking, animal health, pasture management, machinery operation, calving, and general farm maintenance. This role requires a hands-on individual with excellent stockmanship, strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. We run a 50 a side herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and automatic teat sprayer, ProTrak and cow collars.

WE ARE NOT ACCREDITTED EMPLOYERS, PLEASE ONLY NZ RESIDENTS APPLY !!! PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered.  we will be conducting interviews on suitable candidates during the application period. Assistant Herd Manager Start date is  Flexible for the Right Applicant We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 4 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Methven. The Farm 900 cows milked through a 60 bail rotary shed 351ha dairy platform Flat farm Team of 5 staff including us. What We Offer Flexible days off roster Average 50 hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom 2bathroom house with fireplace  Close to Mt Hutt Ski Field Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and strong work ethic...