Herd Manager - NG & AB Porteous Ltd

$30.00 hourly

Job Description

·        Breeding and raising livestock for the production of Milk

·        Animal Health, Managing and monitoring health of the livestock

·        Livestock Management and Pasture care, Moving livestock and providing proper fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels

·        Managing Farm operation, Oversee, conduct and manage livestock, machines, staff and production

·        Record Management and Budgeting , Collect, maintain and evaluate records for budgeting, taxation and financial management operations

·        Production of Milk, including managing quality, shed hygiene, cleaning and milking routines

Please note this is a management role and you are expected to work unsupervised in this role.

Two years of proven relevant work experience, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, or a level 7 degree in any field is required.

Roster - 8/2 

Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude.

Please apply online, must provide previous work references. 

Applications close on 8th July 2026.  Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Farm Size (ha)

157

Peak Herd Size (cows)

430

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

03/08/2026

Accommodation available

Shared 3 bedroom accommodation is provided with an agreed salary deduction of $10,400 per year for rent.

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Single rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly