Job Description

Hi 

we are looking for. 1 herd manager. For 1000 cows milking twice a day. System 2 farm with twice a day milking all year. Looking for someone motivated and energetic. 
must have good experience around milking, fencing, tractor work. 
Must be experienced in 

  • animal health (including lame cows and down cows)
  • Weed control 
  • sound pasture knowledge 
  • punctuality 
  • good work ethics 
  • Working in team and unsupervised 
  • fencing temporary 
  • fix permanent fence and water supply
  • keep things tidy shed and house 
  • Willing to learn and grow 
  • 2 wheeler, 4 wheeler and tractor driving 
  • Record keeping 
  • calf rearing 
  • communication skills 

roster 8 on 2 off. 
must be able to work with different ethnicities 

we are accredited employees but prefer residents and citizens as first priority 

Must have solid experience with 2 current references. 
must have proven experience. 

Farm Size (ha)

400

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1000

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/08/2026

Accommodation available

Yes

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

Negotiable

Roster

Single rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation