Herd Manager

Job Description

We have an opportunity to join our team milking 500 cows near Morrinsville.

We require someone with at least 18 months of continuous NZ farming experience with references.  The successful applicant  will be motivated, honest and committed to going the extra mile

Job Description

MILKING: Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality and efficiency

ANIMALS Assists in diagnoses and treatment of all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice. 

PEOPLE Work well in a team. Mentors junior staff if required

FEED Participates in feeding cows and calves and discusses appropriate
management with senior staff

PLEASE NOTE:

  • As part of our Company health and safety policy we do undertake initial and routine
    drug testing
  • A clean criminal history is required. 
  • Strictly no pets
  • To be considered, you MUST provide an up-to-date CV 

Minimum 30 hours per week

Maximum 40 hours per week

Roster

12 on 2 off

Farm Size (ha)

167

Peak Herd Size (cows)

500

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

01/07/2026

Accommodation available

Single accomodation available

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

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

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

72,000 - 75,000