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Location: Rakaia (20 minutes north of Ashburton) We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Herd Manager to join our family-owned dairy farm in Rakaia. We milk 800 cows through a 60-bale rotary with ECR, and we pride ourselves on a supportive, team-focused work environment. About the Role: As a Herd Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the herd, ensuring animal health, quality milk production, and pasture management. You will work alongside a dedicated team of 4.5 staff members on a roster system (8-2, 8-3) to ensure smooth, efficient operations. Key Responsibilities: Milking: Assist with the smooth operation of milking and proactively address any milk quality issues. Animal Health: Monitor and identify signs of illness in cows, including lameness, mastitis, bloat, milk fever, and pneumonia. Assist with treatments as required. Mating: Ensure the effective implementation of the farm’s mating management policy and guide...