34 farm manager jobs found

Looking for experienced person who can manage the farm and milking and calving and mating and calf rearing and tractor driver and halter on farm so be easy just have to have experience 

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.

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...

Looking for Assistant Farm Manager/2IC  atleast 3 years of experience in dairy farming mechanical minded Animal Health Record Keeping

Assistant Farm manager: will be  Good with grass and allocation to cows, knows how to calculate feed requirements. Embraces technology we use Halter and auto drafting. Enjoys everything Dairy farming. Knows how to find mastitis, treat lame cows and is tidy and well organized.  Enjoys sharing knowledge, open to listening to your team mates. Maintains eclectic fences  and can repair and erect new fences. Good with tractors, feeding out using a wagon and bale feeders knows how to use a grease gun. Can fix water toughs find leaks put in new water lines. Farm: One of four that all join to each other. 780 Autumn calving cows changing to spring calving with calving 200 this August.  50 bail rotary, halter , auto drafting and  cow wrangler for lame cows, self mixing teat spray, half peat flats  and half gentle rolling clay hills. Well laned, good machinery and motor bikes. We offer safe working conditions, everyone to have pre employment drug and police checks with...

We have a job available for an Assistant Farm Manager  with at least 2+ years' experience on a 1150-cow farm in the Whataroa area, milking through a 70 Bail Rotary shed. 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 40 and a maximum of 60. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate  for each additional hour...

We are family owned dairy farm near Morrinsville, Waikato, looking for a motivated and reliable person to join our team as an assistant manager (2IC). This role involves working closely with the owner to ensure the smooth running of our 280-cow operation. All relevant key responsibilities apply of running a dairy farm efficiently & productively. We will offer a competitive salary/remuneration package based on experience and other incentives may be included in due course. On site accommodation is available as a part of the package. It is a supportive, family oriented work environment. 

Herd Manager / 2IC – 600 Cow Dairy Farm Falcon Trust Partnership – Riversdale, Northern Southland An exciting opportunity has become available to join Falcon Trust Partnership as a Herd Manager / Second-in-Charge (2IC) on one of our progressive 600-cow dairy farms in Riversdale. This position has become available as our current Herd Manager is finishing up due to health reasons. We thank them for their contribution to the farm and are now looking for the right person to join our team and continue building on the high standards already established. Falcon Trust Partnership is a progressive farming business that values its people, invests in its farms, and is committed to developing the next generation of dairy professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive farming group with genuine long-term career prospects. About the Farm 600-cow dairy operation 40 ASHB dairy shed In-shed feeding system Wintering completed off-farm...

Herd Manager | Cambridge | 550 cows | Kiwi team, 50 bale rotary w ACRs. In-Shed feeding, Protrack, Milk Meters, Cow Manager, PastureIO and Auto calf-feeder. 12mins from Cambridge, 3-Bedroom brick home. All kiwi team, modern equipment, easy contour, everything is well maintained & just mins from Lake Karapiro. We believe in looking after our people, animals, land, and equipment. And believe that it IS possible to get home in time to enjoy a decent evening before it’s time to get up and do it all over again.  House tour: Walk-through House Tour Farm videos/photos: Taane Farm What you'll be doing:   Milking, feeding, and overseeing general animal health Pasture and effluent management Leading and supporting junior team members Farm maintenance and machinery operation Assisting with farm planning and record-keeping Upholding health, safety, and compliance standards This job is for you if:   You’re on-to-it and...

Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.  Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.  Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change. About us | He kupu mō mātou At Fonterra, our strength lies in our commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. The Nutrient Management team within Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory is dedicated to the sustainable management of nutrients from Fonterra’s manufacturing sites across New Zealand. We manage 29 Fonterra-owned farms, focusing on the management, sale, transportation, and spreading of nutrient-dense streams. Our vision is to...

Our Client  Our client is a well-established, family-owned agricultural business with over 20 years of successful dairy and beef farming operations across Australia and Tasmania. Known for their strong team culture, modern farming practices, and focus on herd health and efficiency, they are seeking a motivated Assistant Manager / 2IC to join one of their well-run 750-cow dairy units in North West Tasmania. The Opportunity The farm milks 750 cross-bred cows through a modern 60-stand rotary shed and operates a predominantly pasture-based system with grain fed in the dairy. The property is well maintained, easy rolling, and offers an enjoyable working environment with excellent infrastructure and systems already in place. The herd calves in Autumn, with calving for this season now largely complete, making this an ideal opportunity for someone to settle into the role outside of the busiest period. This role would suit either a capable Junior 2IC looking to further...

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...

Assistant Manager / 2IC Galatea, BOP - immediate start Our client is seeking an Assistant Manager / 2IC for their autumn calving property located in Galatea, BOP. The 256 effective hectare property operates as a Dairy NZ system 2 - 3, milking 340 cows through a 30 ASH with in-shed feed system and automatic cup removers. Young stock are reared and grazed on farm for part of the season and a range of crops are grown including maize, turnips and lucerne. The position reports to the Farm Manager and as part of a team of two, this allows an opportunity to get hands on experience at variety of dairy farming tasks. As the 2IC, you will also be required to step up and be responsible for the daily operation of the dairy unit on a regular basis. This role requires prior dairy farming experience, the ability to drive a tractor and operate a side by side are essential. Tidy, single accommodation is available if required. All applicants must be NZ citizens and...

Valley Field Dairies We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant / 2IC – Immediate Start 🏡Valley Field Dairies | Waikaka Valley, Gore, Southland Valley Field Dairies is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant or 2IC to join our team for an immediate start, following one of our valued team members moving on for the upcoming season. We are a family-owned and operated farming business located in the Waikaka Valley, just 10 minutes from Gore. Our business combines both dairy and beef farming, with all operations managed as one integrated system. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of animal welfare, fostering a positive team environment, and embracing modern technology to improve efficiency and make farming more enjoyable. As part of our wider farming business, you'll gain exposure to both our dairy and beef operations, with Halter technology integrated across the...

2IC – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsandel Lead from the front. Work with good people. Be proud of where you farm. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation running 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for an experienced 2IC to step into a key leadership role and help drive performance, culture, and day-to-day operations alongside the Farm Manager. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, solid processes, and a tight-knit team of 6 who work hard and back each other. If you enjoy responsibility, problem-solving, and being part of a good crew — you’ll fit right in. What We Offer Genuine leadership responsibility and input into decisions. Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting. In-shed feeding. Automatic vat and plant wash. Supportive, experienced team environment. Competitive pay based on experience....

Castlecor Farm is located in Meath, Central Ireland, and is operating under a farm partnership. Running 450 Spring Calving LIC X-Breed Cows on a New Zealand Pasture-based system 2 type system. We're looking for someone for a 2IC assistant manager role due to our current 2IC progressing to a management role in the industry, after over two year with us.  Start date negotiable anytime between July and November. This is a permanent position with your own accommodation provided on-farm. Your position will consist of helping the herd owner/ farm manager operate the farm on day to day basis and leading the operation of the farm when the manager isn’t present. Your main roles would include, but are not limited to; Assisting the farm manager in the general day-to-day operation of the farm, including. Grass management, allocating feed and setting up breaks. Herd health and general animal care. Caring out the day to day operation of the farm when the...

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...

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,...

We operate a 600 cow split calving Dairy Farm 8kms from Matamata. Cows are milked through a 44 ashb shed and fed year round on an adjacent feed pad via a mixer wagon. Farm has good infrastructure and machinery. We seek the services of an enthusiastic person, who has a proven work record and ability with both stock and machinery, . Casual work may be available for partner. Non smokers only please

A drive in position has become available on our farm. 25 min east of invercargill in Gorge Road  This role can be tailored for anyone with dairy experience.  3 full time staff including you plus sharemilker and sharemilker's wife. A modern cowshed  Modern machinery  We are a high performance unit which rewards all staff based on their performance. No on farm accommodation but will contribute to travel and off farm accommodation.