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Looking for an experienced herd manager/2IC.  This position requires experience farming including milking shed management, stock work and machinery operation and basic knowledge of feed management. We farm near Matamata on 170 ha of rolling to flat contoured dairy farm 38 ASHB with ACR's and inshed feeding We feed out maize silage as needed and grass silage in paddock. This position requires you to be in New Zealand with the abilty to work or obtain a visa. We are accredited.

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are on the lookout for a 2ic or herd manager on our 500-520 cow farm located in Gordonton. Between Morrinsville and Gordonton. The shed is a 36 aside Herringbone shed with in shed feed.  You will report to and work alongside the manager on farm.  Due to lack of accomodation this is a shared accomodation role so would suit a single person. We are flexible on start date any time between 1st of June and 1st of July.  Please only apply if you are eligible to work in New Zealand.  Please apply through farm source with your updated CV and cover letter. 

We are looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a 685-cow dairy farm in Tokoroa The farm operates a 50-bale rotary shed and is irrigated via 2 x Travelling irrigators Key Responsibilities Your role will include, but is not limited to: Milking Identifying and managing lame or sick cows Assisting with pasture management and feed allocation Plant and vat wash Tractor work and feeding out Fencing and general maintenance Weed control Assisting with calving and mating Leading and supporting other staff when required Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation General farm duties What We Are Looking For The successful applicant will have: At least 2 years of dairy farming experience in New Zealand Previous experience in a Herd Manager or similar role preferred Good knowledge of animal health and pasture management The ability to work independently and within a team...

·         Do you have at least 5 years of solid NZ dairy farming experience? ·         Are you comfortable getting the best out of people and looking to grow in this area? ·         Are you looking to take your pasture management skills to the next level? ·         Do you enjoy systems and working on farms of scale?   Then this might be the opportunity for you! Pineview is consistently one of the top farms in the Theland Tahi Farm Group.  It has great soils, grows great grass and is run by an experienced manager who has systems in place to maximise what nature delivers. The farm is well subdivided and complimented with a modern fleet of tractor, feed out wagon and motorbikes. Pineview peak milks 1425 cows (including ~400 OAD all year round) through a modern 60-bale rotary with automatic cup removers, Protrack and in-shed feeding.   What you get from us: Industry leading remuneration package - negotiable depending on...

To assist farm manager in day to day running of farm , including milking, calf rearing, feeding out, and general day to day repairs and maintenance. farm is 15 minutes south of hamilton farm is flat with a 26ashide herringbone shed with alflex collars and auto teatspray and drafting. limited accommodation as would be sharing with other staff , would ideally suit single person or drive in. Must be eligible to work in new zealand

Assistant Farm Manager – Alsmere Farm, Te Kuiti Alsmere farm is located 12 minutes west of Te Kuiti on Oparure Road. The farm is owned by Kotare Pastoral Ltd, a company that operates 8 dairy farms within the king country. The dairy platform is 183ha effective with 550 cows peak milk through a 36-aside herringbone. The farm operates with 3 full time staff plus relief under a system 2 framework, with strategic use of supplements. The company owns a 600ha support block which is independently managed providing grazing for farm heifer replacements and wintering requirements. A hybrid system of twice-a-day and once-a-day milking is used throughout the season About the Role we are seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to join the team at Alsmere Farm. You’ll work alongside an inclusive and supportive Farm Manager within a progressive company that values professional and personal development. Your role will involve assisting with all aspects of day-to-day farm management,...