Herd Manager x 2 - 1200 Cows

$80 - $85 yearly

Job Description

Due to unforseen circumstances we require two honest and motivated people to join our team based 15mins from Hamilton.  We milk 1200 cows through a 60 bail rotary shed.  

You MUST have at least 12 months  of continuous New Zealand Dairy Farming experience with relevant references. The ability to work as a team member, common sense and a good attitude are also a must. 

Tractor driving or large herd experience is advantageous. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MILKING Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality, efficiency and yield, monitoring milk dockets to help troubleshoot issues.

ANIMALS Implements and monitors the animal health plan, and records and reports on this. Diagnoses and treats all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice in the areas of animal handling, health and welfare. Supports and trains junior staff in their development.

FEED Monitors pasture covers, feed intakes and cow condition, and discusses appropriate management with senior staff. PEOPLE Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Mentors junior staff.

MACHINERY, VEHICLES AND TECHNOLOGY Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm, as directed by on farm policy

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELLBEING Involvement in building a health, safety, and well-being culture and helps train and models this to junior staff.

 

REMUNERATION

Salary $80,000 – $85,000 including accommodation

Min 40 hours per week. Max 50 hours per week. Any hours over 50 hours per week will be paid as overtime.

 

PLEASE NOTE:

 - As part of our Company health and safety policy we do undertake initial and  routine drug testing

-You must have a clean criminal history. Do not be offended if we ask for a police report.  This is a process we undertake as part of our on boarding process.

- Strictly no pets

 

YOU MUST BE IN NEW ZEALAND TO APPLY

Farm Size (ha)

380

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1200

Typical On-farm Staff

6

Position Start Date

29/06/2026

Accommodation available

Shared accomodation - Strictly no pets or smoking

Hour Type

season

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

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

80,000 to 90,000 including accomodation