8 2ic assistant manager jobs found

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are looking to fill our Farm Manger position immediately. We are seeking an experienced and motivated sole charge farm Manager to join our team on a well-established dairy operation located in Otorohanga Key Responsibilities Monitoring herd health and identifying sick animals Treating sick and down cows Detecting and managing mastitis Drafting cows during mating for the AB technician Maintaining high milk quality standards throughout the season Completing plant washes and carrying out routine dairy plant maintenance Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in and around the cowsheds and farm General farm maintenance, including fencing, repairs and maintenance Tractor work and machinery . About You The successful applicant will: Have previous experience as a Farm Manger or in a similar leadership role Have a sound understanding of animal health and dairy farm best practice Be confident treating sick and down cows...

We are looking for a 2IC who has the experience to support the farm manager. You will be expected to be able to run the farm on the days off for the manager.  You must be       keen and enthusiastic                              a NZ citizen                             a good communicator                             be able to farm in a compliant manner                             be quiet around stock                             run the farm dairy by yourself                            be a competent driver on hills                            be fit and healthy and drug free Ideally you are someone that wishes to make a career in the industry. There are opportunities to carry out training while on the farm and potentially opportunities on other farms in the future. The farm is well set up and a system 2/3 farm with in-shed feeding. Typically milking switches to OAD around Xmas. The current staff are competent and hard working so we are looking for someone to...

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are looking for someone to join us on our Dairy Farm near Morrinsville. We are milking 300 crossbred cows on 107ha 15 minutes North of Morrinsville. We have a brand new 30 aside herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and auto yard wash. There is a tidy 3 bedroom home available. The farm is grass based with grass and grass silage as the main feeds so this is a great place to learn excellent pasture management. We do about 110,000kgMS per year and typically go OAD in January each year. We aim for best practice in every area especially cow health, incalf rates, SCC and youngstock rearing. We rear ~70 replacement calves and they stay on farm until 1st May. This is a great opportunity to work with the farm owners and set yourself up for a great career in dairying. Typically there are 2 people on farm through calving and mating and then after this the employee can take on more responsibilities. We are young farm owners and we would love to...

Great location - 20 mins from Hamilton, 30 mins to Raglan, nature walks on your back door step. This farm comprises of Total 125ha, 108ha effective flat to hilly contour on the side of Pirongia Mountain, 380 kiwi cross cows, split calving, 10 weeks AI only, 36ashb, system 4+, Allflex electronic monitoring, Halo water, weather and effluent monitoring, Protrack & feed pad. We are seeking an experienced 2IC who has an obvious passion for the industry and is keen to learn & progress in it, has excellent animal health & husbandry and all general on farm skills, including good tractor experience. Great communication & a 'can do' attitude are a must.  The remuneration package offered for the successful applicant will be $25-33/hr for a minimum 30 and maximum 55 hours per week. This is paid fortnightly.   The roster is 11 on / 3 off.  Duties & Responsibilities include: Milking, Animal Health, Plant & Machinery Maintenance, Tractor Work,...

After 2 solid seasons our awesome 2IC was offered his next career step which has open an opportunity on our K Road Farm, but his late notice has left us with a gap to fill. K Road farm has an experienced and competent Farm Manager and a young and enthusiastic team, we are just missing an amazing 2IC / Herd Manager to help them out. We are flexible with how this role is structured, so happy to look at fixed term if you are wanting to keep your options open for next season....... About the farm: K Road farm is located on the stunning shores of Lake Taupo’s western bays approx. 20 min from Turangi. Milking 1250 cows, it runs a low input, fully self-contained system with a focus on pasture and plantain. This farm is well set up, with an easy flat contour. Excellent primary schooling is available locally with the school bus stopping at the farm gate. A three-bedroom family home with extensive views is available to the successful candidate. This role will also appeal to...

Located 2km to Te Awamutu, this 'floating' position will be covering 3 smaller farms of 260, 300 & 150 cows.  Two farms are next to each other and one is a little further away.  The cowsheds are all herringbones from 16-26 a side. This will be a full time position, primarily on the 260 cow farm over calving, then covering the Farm Managers RDO's and other work over the 3 farms.  The position is stated 'fixed term' but will be until 31 May 2027.  We are seeking an experienced farmer with the right skills & ability to join our various farm teams.  Having great animal husbandry & being quiet & calm with the cows, good tractor experience and all general farm skills are a must, as is having the ability to use initiative, follow instructions, and at times work unspervised.   We are NOT an accredited employer.  As the house is only a 2 bedroom, the position will only suit a single, a couple, or a couple with 1 or 2 small children.  If you are living in NZ and are a...

Dairy Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) Location: Ngatea. we are looking for a top operator (or aspiring to be) Assistant Manager to help us keep our dairy operations running as smooth as fresh cream! The farm is 130ha and we milk through a 50 bale rotary, system 4. 480 cows. What You’ll Do: Support the team in daily operations—think herd care, milking routines, and equipment upkeep. Lead, train, and inspire a fantastic team of farm workers. Keep an eye on herd health, nutrition, and comfort—happy cows, happy farm! Dive into data—track production, feed, and efficiency, and help us keep improving. Work with the team to ensure we’re meeting sustainability goals—because we care about our cows, staff and the planet! Who You Are: You’ve got some farm experience (bonus if you know your way around a milking shed!). You’re a natural leader who thrives on teamwork and communication. You’re organized, adaptable, and excited to get your hands dirty. You’ve...

North Waikato | 550 cows | Autumn calving Kinvarra Farm is looking for an experienced Assistant Farm Manager who can step into the team and add value quickly. This is a position for someone with solid dairy experience, good stock sense, and the confidence to hit the ground running. You’ll need to be practical, calm under pressure, and able to support the Farm Manager and wider team through a busy part of the season. Be part of a well-established, family-owned dairy operation in the Waerenga Valley, around 10km east of Te Kauwhata. The Hickey family have farmed here for 50 years, and the business has strong systems, good support, and a clear focus on doing things properly. You won’t be walking into chaos — but you will be walking into a busy farm in the middle of the season with mating underway.  The right person will quickly settle into the team, build strong working relationships, and become a trusted and reliable pair of hands. If you are a capable dairy...