4 farm assistant herd manager jobs found

We are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on 2IC to join our dairy goat operation milking approximately 1150 goats through an 90-bale rotary shed . This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, machinery and people, and who takes pride in keeping a farm running efficiently and to a high standard. The Role Working alongside the Herd Managers, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the farm , including: Milking and overseeing the milking operation Feeding and caring for the goat herd Animal health and welfare Effluent management Machinery operation and maintenance General farm and property maintenance Keeping the farm, sheds and work areas clean, tidy and well organised Supporting the Herd Manager with the wider day-to-day management of the farm Working as part of a team and helping ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely About You We are looking...

Job Vacancy: 2IC  Location: Taupo Herd Size: 1,200 Cows House Provided | 7-2 Roster ​About the Role ​We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and reliable 2IC (Second in Charge) to join our farming operation managing a large-scale herd of 1,200 cows. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven dairy professional looking to step up and work alongside a supportive management team. ​Key Responsibilities: ​Assisting the Farm Manager with day-to-day operations and staff supervision. ​Overseeing animal health, breeding programs, and general herd management. ​Operating and maintaining farm machinery and infrastructure. ​Ensuring high standards of milk quality, animal welfare, and environmental compliance. ​Assisting with pasture management, feed allocation, and irrigation. ​What We Are Looking For ​To be successful in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria: ​Experience: A minimum of 2 years of proven...

A position has become available on Lake Heights Farms Ltd, which is part of the T.H. Enterprises group. The Dairy Support Assistant Manager/2IC will support the Dairy Support Manager in the day‑to‑day management of the dairy support farm land. Lake Heights runs  dairy calves, dairy heifers, and bulls, with numbers reaching up to 2,000 head of stock, and these blocks also supply silage and winter grazing to two of our dairy farms. Responsibilities include assisting with the animal health plan, weighing stock, meeting growth targets, drenching programmes, following the fertiliser plan and applications, pasture management and feed levels, maintaining water supply, pest and weed control, and general farm and machinery maintenance. The role also involves carrying out farm plans set by the Operations Manager and providing reliable backup when the Dairy Support Manager is off‑farm.  A good working farm dog/dogs would be an advantage. Applicants must have at least five years of farming...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable farm worker to step into an Assistant Farm Manager role. Applicants must have at least 2 years of farming experience. The business operates 8 farms in the Morrinsville area, and this role offers the opportunity to work across different farms as needed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking Shed Management Animal Husbandry and Production Animal Health Monitoring, Management and Treatment Pasture and fodder Management Maintenance of Shed, Equipment and Machinery Know and meet regulatory rules & requirements Breeding, Calving and Calf rearing Management Cattle transportation Contractor Organisation and Management Staff Management and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the...