2 jobs found in Dunsandel

Assistant Manager/2IC   – 900 Cow Dairy Farm | Methven   Are you an experienced dairy farmer looking for a role where you can take on responsibility, have a genuine input into the operation and work alongside a good Farm Manager? We are looking for a  2IC to join our 900-cow dairy farm , just out of Methven. This is a well-established, well-resourced operation with good facilities, a strong team and the equipment required to do the job properly. The current 2IC is moving on at the end of September creating an opening for someone ready to step into the role. The role This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys being involved in all aspects of dairy farming. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will have an important role in: Day-to-day running of the farm Herd management and animal health Pasture and feed management Staff leadership and day-to-day organisation Farm maintenance and machinery Milking and general dairy shed operations...

Keen to be part of something new and exciting? We’re looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to milking cows, animal health and feeding allocation with high attention to detail in the cow shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. The farm is located 15 minutes East of Asburton through a 80 Bail Rotary shed. (Auto teatsprayer, Halter and protrack) 2 years experience or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Must be capable tractor operator and must be able to do rotorainers Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and...