5 assistant manager 2ic jobs found

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...

Carry out daily operational aspects of the farm and take over management responsibilities when farm manager is on leave.   Must have a minimum of two and a half years continuous farming experience. Must be able to drive tactors and implements competently. Must be able to identify and treat sick animals. Must be able to show high level of stockmanship skills. Must have good time management skills. Full drivers licence required. No smoking farm No pets allowed. Must have clean criminal record. Must be drug free - pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing done monthly.  If you have difficulty getting up early in the morning (4.30am), or coming to work on your rostered days on, please do not apply.  We are looking for someone who can commit.

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...

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...