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50:50 Sharemilker 500 Cows Wairarapa

Fixed Term 50/50 Sharemilker

Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated 50:50 sharemilker to join our client's dairy farming operation in the Wairarapa.

The property comprises approximately 180ha milking platform, with excellent farm infrastructure and strong soils. The farm milks around 500 cows producing over 200,000kgMS under a system 2-3.

The owners are supportive, forward-thinking and committed to building a positive working relationship with the successful applicant. They are keen to see the right sharemilker establish themselves, grow their business and achieve success on their property.

The Herd

There is flexibility around herd ownership, with two options available:

  • A high-genetic-merit crossbred herd is available for purchase
  • Alternatively, applicants may bring their own herd.

Farm Accommodation and Location

  • Houses available for staff on the property.
  • Convenient access to local primary schools and bus to secondary school.
  • An established dairy operation with excellent infrastructure.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an experienced dairy farming couple or individual who can demonstrate:

  • Strong pasture and feed management skills
  • High standards of animal husbandry and welfare.
  • The ability to lead, motivate and manage a team.
  • Pride in maintaining a tidy, well-presented and efficiently run farm.
  • Good organisational skills, accurate record keeping and a sound understanding of farm compliance.
  • A genuine commitment to the dairy industry and a desire to build a successful farming business.
  • Open, honest and effective communication with the farm owners.

Expressions of Interest

If you are an experienced dairy farmer looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career, we would welcome your application. Further information about the job will be made available to suitably interested applicants.

 

Farm Size (ha)

180

Peak Herd Size (cows)

500

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

01/06/2027

Accommodation available

Yes

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

Percentage of milk cheque

Remuneration if Percentage of milk cheque

50
About
100ha milking platform with support land for wintering and replacement grazing. Recently established farm with a high standard of improvements and machinery. Milking 330 cross bred cows through a modern 35 bale herringbone with inshed feeding and feedpad. Farm is well watered, subdivided and raced on fertile silt loam soils. Feed includes inshed feeding, around 200T maize silage, up to 200T PKE and grass silage if required. Chicory and fodder beet are grown on the milking platform and 150-190kgN/ha is used. Close to Palmerston North (10 minutes) with school buses at the gate.
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