50/50 Sharemilker, 260-280 cows,Te Awamutu

Job Description

 

50/50 Sharemilking Position, 260-280 Cows, Te Awamutu

 

Location -  10km from Te Awamutu

Size – 95 ha effective -  high fertility mairoa ash soils

24-aside herringbone (with rear 12 ACR’s)

In-shed feed system (being used for the first time 26/27 season)

Predominately system 3 operation (grass silage/chicory/turnips)

Flat to gentle rolling contour with good infrastructure

Good barns, implement sheds and calf rearing facilities

 

Recently renovated 4-bedroom house available (and a 2-bedroom cottage if required)

 

Applicants may bring their own herd or

The retiring sharemilkers cross-bred herd and young stock are available for purchase

·      Peak Production – 119,701 m/s

·      5-year Average  – 110,700 m/s

Young stock currently being grazed at owner’s runoff

 

 Successful Candidate Requirements

·      Honest and reliable with strong work ethic

·      Strong pasture and feed management skills

·      Excellent animal husbandry skills

·      Good business and financial acumen

·      Communicate well and maintain accurate records

·      Take pride in their workplace and surroundings

 

Please provide a current CV showing farming history and referees, herd ownership details, financial summary or accountant-supported capacity, staffing  plan and housing requirements. And any questions about the farm system or agreement structure.

                       

                                   

Farm Size (ha)

95

Peak Herd Size (cows)

280

Position Start Date

01/06/2027

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

By negotiation

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation

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

By Negotiation

Remuneration if Per KgMS - Dollars per KgMS

By Negotiation

Remuneration if Percentage of milk cheque

50