31 Assistant Manager (2IC) jobs

We’re on the lookout for our next 2ic superstar to join the team! Position available for the 2027/2028 season. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their dairy farming career. We’re looking for someone motivated, reliable and enthusiastic, who enjoys being involved in all aspects of farm management, takes pride in their work and isn’t afraid to show initiative. Someone who can work confidently on their own, contribute as part of a team and is keen to keep learning and developing their skills. There’s genuine opportunity to grow with this position. We’re keen to invest in the right person, giving them increasing responsibility and the opportunity to develop their management skills, with the goal of progressing into the Farm Manager role within approximately three years. This is an opportunity to grow into a management position rather than simply stepping into another 2ic job. 525-cow dairy farm 154...

2,500 cows  l  2x 80 BR  l  760 ha effective Our client operates a high-performing dairy farming enterprise in the Manawatu/Whanganui region on 760 ha effective, providing an excellent environment for farmers wanting to build their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, milking approximately 2,500 this operation runs through 2x modern 80 bale rotary cowsheds with plenty of automation.   You'll gain exposure to modern farming practices, large-scale operations, and industry-leading systems while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with experienced team members to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while...

We are on the hunt for our next Assistant Farm Manager to take a lead in the daily running for our 430 cow farm in Charing Cross, 10 mins from Rolleston. We milk through a 36 bale rotary utilising protrack, cowmanager, in-shed feeding and cup removers on a 113ha platform with pivot irrigation. We run a system 4 operation based around maximising pasture harvested, feed quality and efficient use of supplements to deliver a highly productive, efficient and profitable operation. We take huge pride in our farm, our cows, our people and what we do. Presentation is very important to us along with pride and enjoyment in what we do. We are a Lead With Pride supplier, part if Synlait’s Nestle program and are embracing the opportunity to farm productively while ensuring environmental sustainability. Working closely with the owner you will take a lead in daily operations, leading, motivating and growing our junior staff and interacting with contractors when required. Aligning with...

Assistant Farm Manager Dargaville, Northland | Ideally starting January 2027. Take the next step in your dairy farming career on a System 5 farm milking 300 autumn-calving cows, located within a 10-minute drive of Dargaville. Work with some of Northland’s highest-producing cows, with the opportunity to progress into a manager or Contract Milker role for the right candidate. What we offer ·         Salary commensurate with experience. ·         A four-bedroom house included. ·         A flexible start date, ideally January 2027. ·         Potential progression to a manager or Contract Milker role. ·         Relief milking (up to full time during calving and mating) available for a partner. About you You will be able to demonstrate at least three years’ experience on New Zealand dairy farms and be familiar with: ·         Milk harvesting and shed hygiene. ·         Tractor/Machinery operation. ·         Supplementary feeding on a...

Assistant Manager (2IC) required for our 480 cow OAD farm with runoff near Awanui. We are looking for someone: -With the relevant Visa or residency/ citizenship.  -At least 2 full seasons experience on Nz farms.  -Somone who wants to grow in the role and is committed to the Dairy industry.  -Great team player to work alongside our manager and other staff.  -You don't need to be an expert but we do need good skills around milking in a herringbone shed, tractor operations, animal health knowledge and general farm maintenance.  If this sounds like you, we would love to receive you cv with references.

2IC/ ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER WANTED Million Springs Dairy | Hakataramea Valley, South Canterbury We're looking for an experienced, motivated and capable 2IC to join our team at Million Springs, a progressive 2,000-cow dairy operation in the beautiful Hakataramea Valley. Our cows are milked through two sheds, with this position based at our Avonlea block, operating a 60-bail rotary shed. On-farm accommodation is provided. This is a key hands-on leadership role, with two staff reporting directly to you and regular communication with the farm owner. We're looking for someone who can confidently manage people, take initiative and help drive the smooth day-to-day running of the operation. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR • Minimum 5 years' dairy farming experience, ideally in a senior or leadership role. • Proven leadership and people management skills, supervising and supporting two staff. • Excellent communication and organisational skills, working directly with the farm owner....

450 cows, flat farm, 36 aside herringbone shed, low imput grass sysyem, handy to Tepuke, Tauranga, Whakatane 

2IC – 500 COW OAD DAIRY FARM | NORTHLAND Position starting January / February 2027 We are looking for an experienced, reliable and motivated dairy farmer to join our team as 2IC on our 500-cow dairy farm in Northland. This is a great opportunity for someone confident working with cows, who enjoys taking responsibility and wants to be an important part of a progressive and well-organised farming operation. THE FARM 500 cows 220ha Dairy Farm  Once-a-day milking all year round Split-calving system – approximately 350 autumn-calving and 150 spring-calving cows 40-aside herringbone cowshed Automatic drafting gate SenseHub collars for herd monitoring and management Modern farming systems and technology Good team environment 3-bedroom house available on farm 11 days on / 3 days off roster THE ROLE The 2IC will work closely with the farm owner and play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm. The successful applicant...

We require a new 2IC / Manager on our farm in Rerewhakaaitu (30 minutes from Rotorua). We currently milk 350 cows through a 30 aside herringbone shed on 110 ha.  Ideal candidate will have good time management skills, honest and reliable. You must know your way around a cowshed and have good animal health skills. Preferably someone with 2 years dairy farm experience.  PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE ALREADY IN NZ. 

Five Horizons - Dairy Sheep Farm 2IC Great opportunity to be part of a growing new industry and land use in New Zealand: ·        Competitive salary package ·        3 bedroom house ·        Exceptional location (halfway between Auckland and Hamilton) ·        Great roster (8,2 & 8, 3) ·        High quality gear on farm ·        Focus on health & safety and employee development   About Five Horizons Five Horizons is in its fourth season milking sheep on a 150-hectare, self-contained farm. We rear all our own lambs, produce supplements, and grow chicory and maize. We're seeking an experienced 2IC with a strong work ethic, ability to run the farm when the manager is off, and excellent attention to detail including milk quality and pasture management.  You'll be a part of a team consisting of an experienced and knowledgeable manager, an expert lamb rearer and milker,...

We have a position available for an experienced and motivated Assistant Manager for our 700 cow Dairy Farm, with a  54 Bale Rotary,  ACR's,  Protrac and in shed feeding. You will  be working alongside a great team, on a tidy well maintained farm in a very desirable location.  The farm is irrigated by Centre pivots, set pole sprinklers  and a small amount of K-line. The applicant must be currently residing in NZ, with a permanent work visa or residency.  You must hold a very sound knowledge of Dairy farming, with pasture management skills, mating, and animal health, a good understanding of irrigation systems and be confident operating machinery. Able to communicate with staff, use your initiative and be able to step in and  run the farm on the Managers days off. You will occupy a brand new,  modern 2 bedroom home.  Lauriston, OLS, Methven Primary and Mt Hutt college all available options for schooling. Applicants are required to have a minimum of 3 years experience on a New...

We are a family-operated dairy farm milking 700 cows through two 40ashb sheds with ACRs, automatic teat spraying, protract drafting and in-shed feeding. Halter recently put on. Mixture of permanent and part time/relief staff. 260ha operation with pivot irrigation and some k-lines. We are looking for a genuine person with a good work ethic who can use their initiative and work independently. We also appreciate someone with a good sense of humour who is honest, reliable, and respectful of their home. Must have experience farming in NZ and be capable of sole charge in owner’s absence. Duties include all usual activities involved in day to day running of a dairy farm: management of milking shed, staff and pasture, animal husbandry, tractor work, fencing, other general maintenance as required. Sole charge when owner is away. Please note milkings are required for this position. Current 2ic is leaving due to family circumstances. Please note we are not accredited employers. Start date...

Keen to work in a supportive environment where you can grow as a leader? We need a 2IC to join us due to a team member relocating to the West Coast . About the Farm We milk 700  cows through a new 54‑bail rotary with ACR , designed for efficiency. The farm is newly converted and set up for success, so our team can focus on what they do best—producing top-quality results while enjoying their work.  About You You’re someone who brings energy, teamwork and a genuine passion for farming. You’re physically fit, positive, and thrive in a collaborative environment. If you enjoy problem solving, responsibility and helping teams succeed, you’ll be a great fit for the role. What You Must Bring To be successful in this role, you will need: Strong pasture management skills . Excellent animal husbandry , with a commitment to high welfare standards. Clear, effective communication —you’ll be working closely with the team every day....

We are a family owned 100% autumn calving farm, milking 450 cows through a 44 bale rotary. We are located in Pukeatua, between Putaruru and Te Awamutu. We have excellent facilities with the 44 bale rotary being a one person shed with inshed feeding, cup removers and auto teat spray. We have a covered 450 cow feedpad and up to date plant & machinery. We utilize cow manager ear tags to assist with mating and cow health. We are looking for an experience and capable 2IC or herd manager to work alongside the farm owner to help complete all daily tasks. We require someone who can use initiative and can think ahead.  Expectations for this roll include:- To have at least 3 years’ experience Essential to have experience milking in a rotary cowshed solo Competent in the main areas of animal health –Mastitis detection, assisting down cows and treating sick cows Competent in treating lame cows You are able to self-manage and show initiative Ability to work unsupervised...

Looking for an experienced Assistant Drystock Manager for a drive in position approx 30 mins from Te Awamutu. Must be experienced in operating machinery for feeding of stock, farm maintenance etc. Must be honest & reliable.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY RESIDING IN NEW ZEALAND This position is available to start early December. We are looking for an Assistant Manager (2IC) to join our team on our 690-cow dairy farm. We have a 42-bail ASHB cowshed with cup removers, halter collars, automatic teat spray, grain feeding, pivot irrigation, lateral sprinklers, and a RotoRainer. We have a great team to work alongside and currently run a 6-on/2-off roster, except August which is 6-on/1-off. The right applicant will have solid knowledge of New Zealand dairy farming systems and a high level of understanding in pasture management, calving, animal health, mating selection, and irrigation. You must be a strong team player and comfortable operating and managing the cowshed, monitoring SCC, identifying and treating sick/mastitis cows, carrying out treatment regimes, assisting with pasture management, and milking unassisted. There is opportunity to progress on farm. A minimum of 3 years’ New...

PLEASE do not apply if you aren't in New Zealand . We are not accredited so also don't apply if you have an accredited employer visa  Our current 2ic has stepped up and is now manager. We are looking for someone to support him . You must be able to efficiently milk , be aware of animal health issues and treat them, be able to pass a shed inspection and be competent in completing dairy dairy. Minda, halter . You also must be able to  drive a tractor on hills, (dairy platform is mostly flat/rolling) feed out,  and able to carry out general farm maintenance. We are an organic, regenerative farm also with 200 head of beef. Organic experience is not necessary but would be an advantage .Animal health and pasture management are priorities (using halter ) owners are not on farm so you must be reliable and able to work without supervision . The job comes with a 2/3 bedroom barn/house with a separate garage and shed  . We pay power ,sim card and Internet too . We are 12 mins from...

450 Cows  |  54 BR  |   30 minutes north of Hamilton About the Business Taniwha Estate Ltd is a family-owned and operated dairy farming business located in Orini, just 30 minutes north of Hamilton. The farm milks 450 crossbred cows through a 54-bail rotary shed, operating a System 2–3 with a covered feedpad. Fertiliser application is managed by contractors. We take pride in maintaining high standards across our farming operation and are looking for someone who shares these values, takes ownership of their work and enjoys being part of a successful farming team.   About the Role We are looking for an experienced and capable 2IC or Herd Manager who is confident taking responsibility and can step into sole charge of the farm when required. Working alongside the Farm Owners, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the farm. We need someone who can think ahead, use their initiative and make sound decisions.    Key...

The knowledge, experience and farming qualifications to manage the day-to-day running of an efficient  and well-managed dairy farm operation.   Have at least 4 years' experience in dairy farming, be reliable, have a positive attitude, be tidy and clean in the workplace and, most of all, have great communication skills. You will be managing two herds on a system 4 spring-calving dairy farm, with clear instructions from the farm owner.  Milking 500 cows through a 30 a/s herringbone shed with automatic cup removers and teat sprayer.  We have in-shed feeding and also fed on a feed pad nine months of the year, so must capable of operating a tractor. There is an automatic drafting system, and the cows are fitted with Allflex collars. Able to understand and take responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Complete tasks with minimal supervision and be able to train other staff.  Look for opportunities to work more effectively and...

Couple’s Role 2IC + Relief milker/ Calf rearer  Kaiaua, Hauraki Plains | Autumn Calving | Start February 2027 Gulf View Dairies is seeking an experienced and motivated couple to join our dairy operation in Kaiaua for the 2027 autumn-calving season. We are a 120ha 300-cow autumn-calving farm, with calving commencing around 15 March each year, alongside which we rear approximately 300 Hereford-Friesian cross beef calves on a neighbouring run-off each season. We are looking for a capable 2IC who can take genuine responsibility for day-to-day farm operations, alongside a partner interested in a flexible role primarily covering calf rearing and relief milking. The successful couple will work alongside the Farm Owner and an existing full-time Farm Assistant. The Farm 120ha dairy platform 300 dairy cows, with calving commencing 15 March 300 Hereford-Friesian cross beef calves to be reared annually Modern 30-aside herringbone cowshed with...