Are you passionate about dairy farming and looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive, family-oriented environment? We are a high-performing, family-owned dairy farm near Dunedin Airport, seeking an experienced, motivated, and enthusiastic herd manager to join our team.
### About Us:
We operate a 580-cow, system 3 dairy farm and are in the top 10% of milk producers in the country.
Our focus is on maximising production, maintaining high standards of animal health, and operating efficiently. We milk in a 40-a-side herringbone cowshed with ACRs and ProTrack, and we use Allflex collars to monitor herd performance.
Our team consists of three full-time staff, myself (contract milker) and the farm owner.
### Key Responsibilities:
**Cow Shed Operations:** Assist in running the cowshed to the highest standard, ensuring cows are milked efficiently to maximise milk production and the plant is maintained to enable a non-interrupted milking.
-**Animal Health:** Identify lameness, monitor herd health, and assist with all aspects of animal care.
**Effluent Management:** Assist with effluent systems in line with farm requirements.
**Grazing Rotation:** Assist and rotate grazing for in-milk cows to optimise pasture utilisation.
**Machinery Operation:** Operate farm machinery as needed to ensure smooth farm operations.
**Team Work :** Maintain a positive and productive working environment.
### What We Offer:
-**Competitive Salary** with monthly bonus payments to reward your commitment and performance.
**Roster:** 8 on, 4 off rotating roster, providing work-life balance throughout the year.
**Accommodation:** A near-new 3-bedroom home with a double garage located on the farm.
**Great Team Environment:** Work closely with a supportive team and owners who are involved in the day-to-day operations of the farm.
**Opportunities for Growth:** We value employees who are keen to grow and develop their skills in dairy farming.
### We Are Looking For:
- A strong background in dairy farming with the ability to run a cowshed efficiently and effectively.
- A commitment to high standards of animal health and production.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Someone who is reliable, honest, and enthusiastic about dairy farming.
- Previous experience in machinery operation is essential.
- You must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
### To Apply:
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a high-performance dairy farming environment, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.
Please note we do NOT hold visa employer accreditation.