Job Description
Assistant Herd Manager required for a farm in Waikato. We are looking for an Assistant Herd Manager. The applicant will need to undertake farm duties confidently. Those duties include, but not restricted to planning, organizing, controlling, executing farm operations to breed and raise dairy cattle for milk, meat, breeding stock. Perform Assistant Herd Manager duties and other responsibilities as required. Employment Type: Permanent Full-time Days Required: Mondays to Fridays and may include night shifts and weekends depending on the job orders. Hours: Minimum guaranteed hours of 60-90 hours per fortnight. Hourly rate or Salary band: $29.66 - $35 per hour. Either 3 years of relevant work experience OR at least level 4 relevant qualification OR any Bachelors Degree of any course will be considered. Training will be provided for the qualified applicant. Needs to have good communication skills, health and safety conscious, physically fit and drug free. Must be hard working, honest, reliable work attendance and excellent time management.
Farm Size (ha)
180
Peak Herd Size (cows)
340
Typical On-farm Staff
2
Position Start Date
08/07/2024
Accommodation available
A 3-bedroom shared accommodation will be provided.
Hour Type
week
Average Hours Per week
40
Remuneration paid by
Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly