50/50 Sharemilker required 240 cows - Tatua Payout

Job Description

This is a 65 ha ( eff) farm 2 km from the Tatua factory near Morrinsville. Last season's production was 102,000 Kg ms or 468 Kg ms/c and 1570 Kg ms/ha on 'sytem 3'.  The 2 year Average production from 230 cows is 97,185 Kg ms or 422 Kg ms/cow, and 1495 Kg ms/ha. Current production std is 2% up on last season. The farm is flat with very high fertility and good infrastructure. The cowshed is a 20as HB, with good flow. Calves are grazed on and heifers off.

We are looking for a proven cows and grass Manager who  is well organised and is a good communicator. The Sharemilker needs to live on and operate the farm. We require a high BW jersey or jersey cross herd, calving from early to mid July.

Applications with CV and referee contacts to John Dawson Registered farm Management Consultant quoting position No 2 by Friday 13th of November

Please email directly to [email protected]

No Overseas applications will be accepted. NZ management experience is a prerequisite, and also the ability to finance the livestock and plant.

Farm Size (ha)

65

Peak Herd Size (cows)

240

Typical On-farm Staff

spring casual or family support advised.

Position Start Date

01/06/2027

Accommodation available

A very good 4 BR brick house is provided with 2 lounges and an office.

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

Percentage of milk cheque

Remuneration if Percentage of milk cheque

500,000