48 2ic herd manager jobs found

2ic/Herd manager role, To assist with all general duties running a farm, stock work, break fencing, spraying etc also tractor work and farm development work carried out as well. 530 cows through a 54bail rotary, ACR's, auto teat spray, protrack. Located Taranaki. Also casual role available for partner if interested. Can discuss minimum hours. Casual role would also be over adjoining farm we contract milk and potentially farm owners adjoining third farm. All similar sizes and set up. 

We have a great opportunity for a 2IC / Herd Manager to join our team at the start of the 2024/25 season on our 560 cow operation just 10 minutes northwest of Ashburton in the Winchmore district. A family-owned operation, with a 152 ha milking platform and 40-bale rotary cowshed, ACRs, in shed feeding and Pro-track. Farm is irrigated with pivot 60%, lateral 35% and 5% k-line, with reliable Ashburton Lyndhurst irrigation water. Cows and young stock are wintered on our runoff block which is just a kilometre away from the milking platform. We are a low input grass-based system, feeding baleage in the shoulders of the season. We are looking for a 2IC / Herd Manager who: -          First and foremost has a positive and capable attitude who is keen to learn with a passion for the dairy industry -          You will support the Farm Manager with the day-to-day operation of the farm as well as assisting at the run-off -          Has strong communication skills, lead from the...

We are looking for a Senior Herd Manager/2IC to join our team. We milk 1150 cows, very close only 5-7 minutes from Culverden Township. We are looking for someone with experience in the following skills: Milk solo and identify and treat common animal health conditions Can calve a cow and treat a milk fever cow by bagging her in vain Pasture Management skills Ride 2 wheel and 4-wheel bikes safely Capable in riding a tractor with feeding out Wagon Picking up calves and Feeding calves  Fencing (both temporary and permanent) Finding and Treating lame & Mastitis cows The ideal candidate will possess: minimum 3-4 years' experience dairy farming experience preferred in New Zealand The ability to work as part of a team and also pass on clear instructions to Farm Assistants/Contractors when required Quiet around animals (we run a very quiet shed with no yelling or sticks allowed in shed) Clean and tidy on farm and in the home We like to grow our...

A great opportunity to be part of family farming operation between Morrinsville and Te Aroha. Split calving operation on twice a day milking - 180 calving March/April and 170 calving August/September. 32 aside herringbone. The farm is a mix of rolling and flat contour. We're trying to incorporate regenerative practices where we can i.e. deferred grazing, multi-species pastures and we've moved away from chemical fertiliser. We put a high emphasis on animal health and work proactively to ensure low cell count and prevent lameness. As 2iC you will be responsible for:   Milk harvesting (and being across milk quality) Grazing/feed management and break fencing Tractor work including feed pad Effluent management i.e. operating travelling irrigator Keeping a clean & well maintained milking plant Looking after animal health and wellbeing (including keeping accurate and up-to-date records) What would make you right for the job?   You work efficiently...

We are looking for someone with a passion for dairy farming, someone who can think ahead and has great communication. 500 cows in a 40 bail rotary with cup removers and in shed feeding. We run a 7/2 7/2 7/3 roster  House is a 2 bedroom cottage with single garage - furnished 30 minutes to Gore or 15minutes Balclutha Please provide at least 2 references

We are looking for a competent and 100% reliable employee for our dairy farm on the outskirts of Hamilton. Employment options available for immediate start in a premium location just 7 km North of The Base. We milk 330 cows through a 23 a-side herringbone shed with ACRs and in-shed feeding system. As we are a small team (2 full time staff plus relief milker) we like everyone to be able to do all the tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the farm, so you will get the opportunity to learn all you need to progress your dairy career. What we are looking for in a team member would be someone with good common sense and who is quiet with stock, preferably from a farming background, with excellent animal health & husbandry and general on-farm skills including tractor experience, good time management skills and not afraid to get stuck in and get the job done. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Remuneration can be negotiated according to experience and...

We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate worker to start the new season along side us. You will be working in a team of 4 including ourselves. Milking 730 crossbred cows through a 60 bale rotary with inshed feeding, automatic drafting, teat spray, plant wash and yard flood wash. Farm runs at a system 3, with two Redpath sheds which we will use and take advantage of over the winter months. We are located 5 minutes from Eltham township, with local school buses and kindergartens very close by.  We are looking for a someone with a good understanding of farming and wanting to take a step up. You will need to have a good understanding of dairy farming, including animal husbandry, feed, milk quality, animal health and operating farm machinery.  The right applicant for this position will have efficient time management, be trustworthy have good leadership skills and work well in a team, you must be reliable.  Good time off and and remuneration offered based on experience....

Job Description Due to staff member returning home, we have a great opportunity for a 2IC / Herd Manager to join our team around 25 February on our 780 cow operation 25 minutes south east of Ashburton in the Coldstream district. A family-owned operation, with a 180 ha milking platform and 54-bale rotary cowshed, ACRs, auto teat sprayer, in shed feeding and Pro-track. Farm is irrigated with pivot 90% and one roto rainer on a four dayshift. Cows and young stock are wintered on our runoff block which is adjoined to the milking platform. We are a low input grass-based system, feeding out in the shoulders of the season. We are looking for a 2IC / Herd Manager who: -           First and foremost has a positive and capable attitude who is keen to learn with a passion for the dairy industry -           You will support the Farm Manager with the day-to-day operation of the farm as well as assisting at the run-off -           Has strong communication skills, lead from the...

We are looking for a competent and 100% reliable employee for our dairy farm on the outskirts of Woodville (Manawatu_Whanganui Region).We milk 310 cows through a 20a-side herringbone shed with in-shed feeding system. As we are a small team (2 full time staff plus relief milker) we like everyone to be able to do all the tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the farm, so you will get the opportunity to learn all you need to progress your dairy career. What we are looking for in a team member would be someone with good common sense and who is quiet with stock, preferably from a farming background, with excellent animal health & husbandry and general on-farm skills including tractor experience, good time management skills and not afraid to get stuck in and get the job done. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Remuneration can be negotiated according to experience and responsibilities. There may also be work available for a partner. We are a drug free...

We are after a herd manger to run things when me and the 2ic are not there on our farm close to dunedin airport must have 3 years dairy experience. we run a 8 on 4 off roster all year milking 800 cows threw a new 54 bail rotary with auto cup removers teat spray drafting and auto wash 

We are seeking a experienced 2IC or manager to join our team. We are located 10 minutes from Gore. The farm milks 900 cows through a rotary shed, we run a 6 on 2 off roster, go to 3 and 2 milking's after Christmas. We are a family owned and operated farm.  We are looking for someone that is reliable, good communication, can be a role model to the team.  We are also seeking a farm assistant/herd manager position so this job could suit a working couple if both wanted full time roles, or there is the opportunity for calf rearing.  The role will include making pasture management decisions, management of the cowshed, managing the other staff, delegating jobs etc.  If this interests you at all please get in touch. 

Role is Current Champions Team Leader reporting to the CEO (Athol New) of Tullba: Tullba - Making Every Cow A Champion ( www.tullba.co.nz ) Tullba is an innovative dairy business that is focused on our people, our cows and our environment to deliver sustainable returns to all our stakeholders over the long term.  Key Aspects of this role are: Lead the Current Champion’s (Dairy Herd) team (5-8 people) and manage the day-to-day operations of 357 hectares and 1350 cows Focus on teamwork, efficiency gains and working with CEO to develop key business strategies (irrigation, nutrient management, mating) and budgets. To provide input on growth strategic projects and future investment To present operational performance updates to the Board on a regular basis Well invested infrastructure - well located dairy with bells and whistles, dairy shed is 8 years old (bedded in), continued to invest (upgraded tracks, planting), excellent irrigation infrastructure Performance...

Farm is located 20 minutes from new Plymouth, while having access to a lovely beach 4 km down the road, with Oakura beach just 10 minutes away, there is also a school in Okato which is also 5km away. Farm at peak is 320 jersey cows through a herringbone shed on 120 ha with a 70 ha run off just around the corner, which we use for crops, bailage, and young stock, the run off also supports our second farm which is 290 Friesian cows. Farm is flat with rolling contours. House on farm is a 3 bedroom that has just been renovated. We are looking for someone that is passionate about farming and wants to excel in their work. We are open to couples with full time or part time roles for partners. Staff must be honest and drug free. Can start earlier if possible start date can be negotiated.  We are a system 3 farm.  Applicates must be New Zealand residents. We are not accredited employers.

We require a hard working, reliable and motivated 2IC to join our team for the 2025/26 season. You will work closer with the sharemilkers, making this position a great opportunity for you to further your farming knowledge and skills to progress through the industry.   We pride ourselves on running a tidy farm with high production on a predominantly pasture based system. We milk 530 cows in a herringbone shed. The farm is 157ha and spray irrigated via 3 centre pivots, and kline in the corners. We are located at Glenavy Southcanterbury. We are looking for someone who is motivated and keen to progress through the d airy industry with a strong work ethic and good attention to detail. The following attributes are essential for this position: ·          Good knowledge of pasture quality and management ·          Excellent animal husbandry skills ·          A drive and attention to detail to gain best production possible ·          High level of...

Job Advertisement: 2IC Farm Worker Are you passionate about dairy farming and ready to make a move to Okato? We’re looking for a motivated and dedicated Second-In-Charge (2IC) Farm Worker to join our team. You will be working alongside a hands-on farm owner and a permanent milker. About the Farm Location : Okato Size : 130 effective hectares Stock : 360 well-cared-for cows Infrastructure : Modern 38-cup herringbone shed Routine milking is comfortably achieved through a modern 38ashb shed with ACR, auto draft, auto wash and cow monitoring and shifting via Halter.   What We’re Looking For We’re after someone who strives for success and also shares our values of hard work, honesty, and teamwork. Key qualities include: Honesty & Reliability : A trustworthy individual who can be depended on to deliver. Experience : Proven skills in milking, animal health, and general farm duties. Team Player :...

We are looking for motivated Senior Herd Manager with potential to grow into a 2IC position to join our team for next season. The farm is located just outside Hinds. Our 1280 cows are milked through a new, automated 80 bail rotary shed with in shed feeding, Protrack and ACRs. We are looking for someone with at least 4 years full time dairy experience, ideally currently working at least as a Senior Herd Manager. A down to earth person who enjoys being a hands-on leader, respectful and supportive to the team. Be able to co-ordinate and manage staff. The ideal candidate will be strong in following areas beside good people skills: pasture/feed management, animal husbandry skills, attention to details. Experience with MINDA/Herd Records and Protrack. Have excellent communication skills We are offering a modern set up farm, a positive work environment, opportunity's to develop your skills with a supporting, family orientated Farm Owner. Remuneration will be based on experience and family...

We are currently looking for farm workers to help out with autumn calving, milking and general farm duties. Can be a married couple with a house supplied. Drivers licence essential. Must be experienced, energetic, honest, reliable and drug free. You must be a resident of New Zealand and be able to come to the farm for an interview. Waverley, South Taranaki. 

We have a position available on our Dairy Farm for someone with the right skills and attitude.  This role requires experience of at least 3 years including milking cows, shifting electric fences, motor bike, tractor and tele-handler driving, shifting irrigation, working with young stock and working in a team. The person must have a very good nature with animals, clean and tidy, have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways of doing things. We have a short tight calving with no vet intervention due to great animal husbandry. We use dual purpose genetics, and the animals are very content. We are adopting regenerative principles which involves reducing synthetic fertilizers and fossil fuel use and involves system thinking and working with nature. Some of the cool stuff we do on farm are holistic grazing, large scale composting, winter bale grazing, and tree planting for agroforestry and Silvo pasture. We also rear some calves on cows separate from the milking...

looking for a herd manager to start the new season along side us, starting 1st June 2025   The applicant will be working with a team of 5, milking in a 54 aside rotary shed, with 750 cows twice daily in Galatea, bay of plenty. System 5 Galatea is situated inland 50 minutes from Whakatane and Rotorua, with preschools aswell as primary school. Well known for hunting and trout fishing.   The attributes we are looking for in a team member for this role are first and foremost are reliability, motivation, a team player, honest, understand how to follow instructions, have a willingness to learn and be able to carry out tasks supervised and unsupervised You will need to carry out basic farming day to day duties which include milking, feeding out on feed pad, stock handling, operating machinery. In return, we offer an excellent renumeration package, good housing and sufficient rostered time off.   21 day rotating roster, which includes a 3 day weekend Please upload...

Due to our 2IC moving on to contract milking position we are seeking a motivated and reliable person to join our team for 25/26 Season. We are Contract Milkers and we  milk 600 cows through a 60-bail rotary shed with cup removers, drafting system and collars and a herd home. We are  10 mins from Inglewood with 4-bedroom home in good condition. Ideal candidate must have knowledge in: Pasture Management Identifying and Treating lame, unwell and mastitis cows. Feeding out and general farm work and able to observe and perform maintenance requirements. Good time management and self-motivated Calm and Patient with stock, good stock handling  Could suit a couple as additional work, but not a necessity Work Available for Partner: We are also seeking an Experienced and Motivated relief milker and calf rearer. Must have good eye for detail be patient and have a good attitude Please Send your CV and a couple of references and  short cover letter about yourself, New...