Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease)

Job Description

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease)

Eltham Road established seasonal supply dairy unit in prime dairy farming locality.

Flat easy rolling contour with full range of paddock improvements (subdivision 60 paddocks) including community water supply ( Farm map available open day).

Comfortable house, herringbone cowshed and full range of supporting buildings.

Farm owner looking for independent HOSM contractor or Lessee with leading-edge farm management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to interact positively with an absentee owner or owners agent.

Position will commence 1 June 2027, terms and conditions of HOSM contract or Lease to be negotiated with successful applicant.

Open day to view farm will be held Friday, 16 October 2026 1 pm – 3 pm.

Draft HOSM Contract or Lease (by way of tender) will be available at open day.

Highest or any Lease Tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Applications and expressions of interest should be forwarded  with CV to [email protected]. Contact 021 909632

Farm Size (ha)

92 (title area)

Peak Herd Size (cows)

270

Typical On-farm Staff

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) or Owner will consider Lease

Position Start Date

01/06/2027

Accommodation available

House

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

Independant Contractor or Lessee

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation

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

HOSM Contract Negotiation or Lease

Remuneration if Per KgMS - Dollars per KgMS

HOSM Contract Negotiation or Lease

Remuneration if Percentage of milk cheque

50