Vance Road Dairies LTD

  • Geraldine

Vance Road Dairies is a family owned and operated dairy farm near Orari South Canterbury.

10 Minutes to Geraldine. 30 minutes to both Ashburton and Timaru.

340Ha of fully irrigated flat land, Pivots, longlines and one hard hose irrigator.

Peak milking cows 1120 twice a day milking through a 60 Bale rotary with Protrack and auto drafting.

We winter nearly half the cows on farm and neighboring leased land.

14/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Vance Road Dairies LTD Geraldine, New Zealand
Note: We are accredited but need someone soon so we are not willing to go through the immigration process at this time of the season. He rd Manager Position available We require a competent Herd Manager with several years experience that is willing to work, learn and engage in the day to day running of the farm. In the shed: You will be required to milk twice a day. Always be on time. Be calm with all stock and show a good level animal awareness. Diagnose fix or report problems with the milking plant. Follow milking procedures to ensure quality milk is supplied. Diagnose health issue in the herd. Administer Treatments and record correctly. Treat lame cows. Ensure in shed feed systems are working correctly on a daily basis. Have a desire to work in a clean and tidy environment, On the Farm: You must be confident with machinery. eg motor bikes 2 and 4 wheelers, tractors and irrigators. Knowledge of irrigation systems is a bonus but can be...
Closing date for Applications:
13/09/2026
Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
24/08/2026