Dairy Farm Herd Managers

Job Description

We are seeking 2 Herd Managers for our 1050 cow Dairy Farm in Lowcliffe near Hinds.

Our Herd Managers are required for the following but not limited to
- Milking
- Break fencing
- Lame and Mastitis detection and treatment
- Use of animal health drugs

  • Training and development of other staff members in the dairy assistant role.
  • Some heat detection during mating season
  • Weed control
  • Shed maintenance   

YOU:
- MUST be able to work alone
- Must take pride in your work and be responsible
- WILL BE RANDOMLY DRUG TESTED
- Must have a clean drivers license
- Must not have a criminal record of any kind

You must be currently living in New Zealand and have a current AEWV. 

You must have at least 1 years New Zealand Dairy experience.

Farm Size (ha)

280

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1050

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/10/2026

Accommodation available

Shared accommodation available with a heat pump

Hour Type

season

Average Hours Per week

40

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

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

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

70000