Job Description

We have a position coming available for either a 2ic /Farm Manager 

Milking 250-300 cows through a 30-bale rotary shed.

Must be able to work in NZ

We are not accredited employers.

  • Pasture & Feed Management: Ability to drive pasture covers.
  • Carry out all farm maintenance Weed control, fencing etc
  • Stock & Herd Management: Overseeing all animal health, calving, and mating programs.
  • Milking: Ensuring efficient, hygienic milking routines to optimize milk quality (minimizing Somatic Cell Count).
  • Compliance & H&S: Implementing effluent management and health and safety plans. 
  • Experience: "Must have at least 3 years New Zealand dairy experience
  • Tractor & Machinery: Tractor experience, feeding out, side by side, 2 wheeler & 4 wheeler
  • Communication & Admin: Ability to use farm software and report to the farm owner or operations manager.
  • Licenses: A clean, valid NZ driver's licence. 

Farm Size (ha)

109

Peak Herd Size (cows)

300

Typical On-farm Staff

2 full-time plus 2 relief

Position Start Date

01/07/2026

Accommodation available

Comfortable 3 bedroom home available

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

46-50

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation