Experienced assistant manager/2IC

$100,000 yearly
Permanent - Full Time Assistant Herd Manager Assistant Manager (2IC) Farm Manager Herd Manager

Job Description

 Looking for an experienced 2IC to start the new season alongside us, starting 1st June 2025

The applicant will be working in a team of 5 including ourselves, milking in a 54 aside rotary shed, with 750 cows twice daily in Galatea, bay of plenty. System 5

Galatea is situated inland 50 minutes from Whakatane and Rotorua, with preschools aswell as primary school. Well known for hunting and trout fishing.   

We are looking for an experienced 2IC that can confidently run the farm and staff in the absence of the employer. Is well knowledgeable in all aspects of dairy farming, including animal husbandry, feed, milk quality, animal health, operating farm machinery.

The right applicant will have efficient time management, be trustworthy, show great leadership skills, work well in a team, demonstrate clear communication and absolutely must be reliable.

We offer an excellent renumeration package and sufficient rostered time off.

21 day rotating roster which includes a 3 day weekend

Please upload CV with a cover letter, also must have a minimum of 1 recent reference and currently live in NZ.

*We are not accredited*

Farm Size (ha)

250

Peak Herd Size (cows)

750

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/06/2025

Accommodation available

3 bedroom house on-farm

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50-55

Roster

Double rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly