Assistant herd manager

Permanent - Full Time Assistant Herd Manager

Job Description

We are looking for an honest, reliable, easy going and energetic person to work alongside myself and casual staff. The job includes milking and all other usual tasks of a dairy farm. 

At least one year experience is preferred but most important is a positive attitude towards work and learning new things.

The farm is 150 hectares, we peak milk 420 cows through a 30 aside herringbone shed.Contour is part flat part rolling.

Located in the Reporoa area is a 35 min drive from Taupo and 40 from Rotorua.

There is very good accomodation and a very competitive salary for the right candidate.

We take pride on looking after the staff by limiting the maximum hours of work and offering reasonable time off plus providing training opportunities and a good working environment.

We have NO TOLERANCE for drugs use or alcohol abuse.

If you think you are a good fit for this job you can apply by sending your CV and Covering letter to the following email address: [email protected]

Farm Size (ha)

150

Peak Herd Size (cows)

420

Typical On-farm Staff

2

Accommodation available

Very good 4 bedroom house

Hour Type

season

Average Hours Per week

55

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)