2 jobs found in orini

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...

Are you ready for your next step in the dairy industry? A great opportunity has become available for a motivated and experienced dairy professional to join a well-established 70 ha (68 ha effective) property between Taupiri and Orini. As the farm transitions from a Contract Milker arrangement to a 50/50 Sharemilker, the opportunity is now available for the right person to step into the role, ideally from February 2027. You’ll be working alongside practical and engaged farm owners who value communication, animal welfare and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a rewarding role within a tidy, productive farming operation with modern systems and a positive on-farm culture. Operating as a System 4–5, the farm currently milks 220 Friesian cows through a 24-aside herringbone cowshed equipped with in-shed feeding, auto drafting gates, and adjacent feedpad. The herd is autumn-calving (mating June–August) and targeting 100,000 kg MS this season. Feed is supported...