Herd Manager / 2IC – 600 Cow Dairy Farm

Herd Manager / 2IC – 600 Cow Dairy Farm

Falcon Trust Partnership – Riversdale, Northern Southland

An exciting opportunity has become available to join Falcon Trust Partnership as a Herd Manager / Second-in-Charge (2IC) on one of our progressive 600-cow dairy farms in Riversdale.

This position has become available as our current Herd Manager is finishing up due to health reasons. We thank them for their contribution to the farm and are now looking for the right person to join our team and continue building on the high standards already established.

Falcon Trust Partnership is a progressive farming business that values its people, invests in its farms, and is committed to developing the next generation of dairy professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive farming group with genuine long-term career prospects.

About the Farm

• 600-cow dairy operation
• 40 ASHB dairy shed
• In-shed feeding system
• Wintering completed off-farm
• Well-maintained infrastructure and machinery
• Supportive management team with clear systems and expectations

The Role

Working alongside the Farm Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the farm while helping to maintain high standards of animal welfare, milk quality, pasture management and farm presentation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Herd management and animal husbandry
• Milking and maintaining excellent milk quality standards
• Animal health, mating and calving management
• Pasture and feed allocation
• Accurate record keeping
• Safe operation and maintenance of farm machinery
• Assisting with staff leadership and training
• Maintaining high health and safety standards

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Honest, reliable and trustworthy
• Passionate about dairy farming with excellent stockmanship
• Motivated and keen to continue learning and developing
• A strong team player with a positive attitude
• Able to work independently and take ownership of their responsibilities
• Well organised with good attention to detail
• Experienced in dairy farming at Herd Manager level or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to step into a 2IC role
• Holder of a current New Zealand driver's licence (preferred)

Roster

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and operate:

• 6 days on / 1 day off through calving
• 8 days on / 2 days off / 8 days on / 3 days off for the remainder of the season

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience
• Modern farming systems and quality equipment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine career progression opportunities within the Falcon Trust Partnership farming group
• Supportive leadership and a positive team culture
• The opportunity to be part of a progressive farming business focused on continuous improvement

If you're looking for your next opportunity and want to become part of a professional, supportive farming business where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with references.