$81,000 - $83,000 yearly
Greenstone Recruitment
Cambridge, New Zealand
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Herd Manager to join a progressive dairy farming operation managing an 800-cow dairy herd milked through two dairy sheds.
Farm Details
800 cows
20 Aside Herringbone Shed
36 Aside Herringbone Shed
Roster: 11 days on, 3 days off
Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week
On-farm accommodation available and preferred due to the responsibilities of the role
Key Responsibilities
Milking and dairy shed operations
Animal health monitoring and treatments
Heat detection and mating management
Pasture and feed allocation
Calving and young stock management
Farm maintenance and machinery operation
Record keeping and compliance requirements
Maintaining a high standard of shed hygiene and farm presentation
What We're Looking For
Minimum 2 years dairy farming experience
Strong animal husbandry skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and organisational skills...
| Closing date for Applications: |
20/10/2026
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Herd Manager
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| Position Start Date: |
01/11/2026
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