2IC Assistant Manager/Herd Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and experienced 2IC who is honest, reliable and trustworthy to join our team. You will be working in a team of 4. The appointed person would work alongside the owner and other staff and be capable of sole milking with good animal husbandry. This is a great farm to learn more or bring your expertise to the team. The ideal candidate would: - be able to work in a team environment - have at least 2 years dairy farm experience - have experience with tractor work - capable of riding a 2 and 4 wheeler motorbike. 

Confident with pasture management, shed hygiene and animal health, daily running of the cowshed, and daily farm maintenance. 

We are happy to provide training and support to someone wanting to upskill and further their farming career.

Please only apply if you are residing in New Zealand.



Farm Size (ha)

195

Peak Herd Size (cows)

450

Typical On-farm Staff

3 -4 Full time and calf rearer

Position Start Date

01/09/2026

Accommodation available

3 bedroom house

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

55

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

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