Farm Manager - Millvale

Ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a driven and experienced full time Farm Manager to join our team at Millvale farm, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the farm.  Our ideal applicant must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a 2IC/Farm Manager role, prioritizes health and safety, skilled in pasture-based system.

📍 Location: Just 30 minutes from Gore and 15 minutes from Tapanui:

• 116 hectare
• 380 peak milking
• 36 a side herringbone shed

 🌱 About Us: Dairy Holdings Ltd operates over 60 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development opportunities and a clear career pathway to Management, Contract Milking and Share milking for the right people. .

📋 Key Responsibilities:

• Pasture and feed management
• Animal care and welfare
• Shed management and milk quality
• Herd management and calf rearing
• Land use and farm presentation
• General farm maintenance
• Health and safety compliance
• Staff management
• Accurate record keeping and financial management

👤 Who We’re Looking For: You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Put health and safety first
• Have experience in pasture-based systems
• Are committed to environmental and animal welfare standards
• Possess strong people management and problem-solving skills
• Bring a proactive, can-do attitude

💼 What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• On-farm housing available
• Opportunities for career growth within our wider farming business

📝 Additional Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal background check
• Must hold and maintain a valid New Zealand work visa

Apply now by sending your CV through at [email protected]