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Looking for your next step in a well-supported dairy business? This 174ha effective, System 3 farm in the Bay of Plenty might just be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Milking 490 cows through a 32-aside herringbone shed with in-shed feeding, the farm consistently produces 200,000 KgMS and is part of a larger family-owned operation comprising of four dairy farms. The owners are deeply committed to sustainability, animal welfare, and creating a positive work environment—and they’re looking for the right Farm Manager to join them on that journey. About the role: You’ll be leading a capable team of two full-time staff and responsible for the day-to-day operations of the farm. Success in this role will come from strong pasture and animal management, sound decision-making, and the ability to motivate and guide others. This is a great opportunity for someone who has established leadership skills to take ownership of the farming operation on Hi View Farm. We’re looking for...

Farm Manager Required 180-200 cows, 16 aside herringbone shed, in shed feeding. Also maize and grass silage. Minutes to beautiful Waihi Beach and 10 minutes to Waihi Town. Older 3 bedroom Farm house. School bus at gate to Waihi College. There are multiple primary schools and daycares to choose from. We require an enthusiastic person that has great animal health and pasture management skills. This position has become available so late in the season due to genuine circumstances. Salary package and rostered time off to be discussed.

Are you looking to progress in the dairy industry with an exciting new challenge? Are you a New Zealand resident who is passionate about livestock? We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual or couple to join our team of 4. This position could possibly suit someone with the intentions to enter contract milking within the next year or two.   We are seeking a high quality and high performing farm manager to complete our team.  You will be replacing the current manager who has been on this farm for 6 years and has made the decision to go contract milking.  ***Farm information 50 bale rotary with Pro Track, auto teat spray and in shed feeding. 415ha with 370ha effective  Peak milk 950 cows Afimilk cow monitoring collars on all cows  1 centre pivot with green wash irrigation  Multiple k lines  11 week mating plan (collars do all the work) Rearing 200+ replacement heifers Team of 4 All cows wintered off farm   Farm is 70% flat 20% rolling 10%...

Great farm management opportunity located at Cave district to expand your knowledge and skills to manage a self-contained, high producing 750 cows’ operation with split calving (100 cows concentrated calving from 1st of March), rotary shed, 190 milking hectares with spray irrigation (pivots), cow management ID collars, and a compost shed. This season’s expected production is 450,000 kgMS (600kgMS/cow, 2368 kgMS/ha) with support block beside the dairy farm for young stock, wintering dry cows and home-grown crops (Maize, Fodder Beet, Lucerne and other crops).    The job comes with competitive farm management remuneration, 3-bedrooms house and support from landowners, farm consultant and support block manager and staff (job is only for the dairy farm). Required to be residing in New Zealand with the right to work. A minimum of five years with dairy farm management experienced in New Zealand. Level 4 in New Zealand Apprenticeship in Agriculture – Dairy farming from...

We are currently seeking an experienced farm manager for our family-owned farm. We require someone with experience and who has a passion for dairy farming and takes pride in their work and achieving goals.   This role is predominately a sole charge role with the requirement to work alone. This role also requires interacting with suppliers and shareholders.   The successful applicant will be milking 210 cows with responsibilities for grazing decisions, pasture management, husbandry and shed management along with general tasks and improvements. To assist our manager, we have installed and run Halter on farm. We hope this role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to consolidate skills in a wide range of farming tasks, to meeting and exceed targets and finds accomplishment in a job well done. This role includes an old but tidy (3-4 bedroom) house on farm and is a salary-based package. This job would suit either someone who is single or has a family....

We are seeking a Farm Manager for our Blythe farm, located 15 minutes from Palmerston North in the Opiki area. The farm milks 740 cows through a herringbone cowshed. As part of a team of 4, you will support the manager lead the team to operate the farm. Hopkins Farming Groups strategy is to ‘Grow Talented Dairy Farmers.’  Our strategic pillars that underpin and support this are Our People – Talented and Safe People (Proud to work for Hopkins) Our Planet – Farms and Animals to be Proud of (We Care) Our Profit – A High Performing Business (Achieving Top 20% Profitability) As farm manager, you will join the HFG, encompassing 8 dairy farms and 2 dry stock farms in the wider Manawatu Region, working to bring our strategy to life. The 245ha flat farm runs as system 4. The farm has 3 centre pivot irrigators, growing chicory on farm for summer, along with maize for silage.  Additional grass silage and PKE are fed with a mixer wagon over our new feed pad. The farm has smashed some...

Due to health reason we are now looking for a Farm Manager to manage the farm on the Hauraki Plains near Ngatea from June 2025 The farm is all flat, milking 550 cows at peak. 43 aside HB with meal feeders Looking for a highly motivated person or couple to run the farm alongside the farm owner and 2 other full-time staff Must have at least 5 years of farming experience Have very good animal health skills and good knowledge of spring calving, can use Minda, have grass management skills, and can organize staff duties The successful candidate must have good communication and management skills , a proven record of experience, hold a NZ residency visa. In exchange we offer a competitive remuneration package, support to progress within the industry and a supportive and fun working environment.

We are looking for a competent and 100% reliable employee for our dairy farm on the outskirts of Hamilton. Employment options available for immediate start in a premium location just 7 km North of The Base. We milk 330 cows through a 23 a-side herringbone shed with ACRs and in-shed feeding system. As we are a small team (2 full time staff plus relief milker) we like everyone to be hands-on  doing all the tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the farm. What we are looking for in a team member would be someone with good common sense and who is quiet with stock, preferably from a farming background, with excellent animal health & husbandry and general on-farm skills including tractor experience, good time management skills and not afraid to get stuck in and get the job done. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Remuneration can be negotiated according to experience and responsibilities. There may also be work available for a partner. We are a drug...

Firstly, you must be a NZ resident to make an application for this position. Due to unforeseen circumstances, our manager is having to leave the farm due to injury, therefore, we are inviting applicants to apply for this position, who are looking for the next step in their dairy farming career. We are looking for the right fit for the farm and would discuss options to manage the farm first season progressing to become our contract milker. We are wanting to step back from the farm, therefore, looking at discussing options with potential applicants to search for the best fit for all parties. The farm is located between Featherston and Martinborough milking 440 friesian cows, twice a day, on a flat dairy platform of 150ha effective.  Producing 155 000 kgms (average over 3 seasons). Previous roles as a farm manager with experience would be required as the position requires motivated persons who are passionate about dairy, also be honest and have excellent communication...

About Us: We are a well-established dairy farm 20 min from Ashburton. Our farm is committed to innovation, animal welfare, and environmental responsibility. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and passionate Dairy Farm Manager to join our team and help lead our operation to new heights. split calving system 900 in spring and 580 in autumn which helps to spread the workload more evenly across the season. Role Overview: As the Dairy Farm Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the farm, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of our dairy herd, and maintaining high standards of animal care, farm health, and environmental practices. You will be key to driving productivity and performance on the farm while maintaining a safe and positive working environment for the team. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm, including milking, feeding, breeding, and general herd management. Ensure the...

Hi there Im looking for an experienced Farm Manager to oversee my farm! We are system 2 and have 2 permanent staff plus relief. The Manager is responsible for all day to day operations of the farm. Applicants must demonstrate good references, a stable CV of past employment, and be currently working in NZ as a dairy farm manager or large herd 2IC. Please get in touch to express your interest and find out more! Thanks :)

  Its finally here….. the Farm Manager job you have always wished for, on the farm you have always dreamed about.   Get ready to move to Masterton and show us what skills and experience you have been gathering over the years. This family run business has it all 900 cows On 210 hectares Modern   40 bale rotary with ACR’s, Protrac, auto drafting and in shed feeding Halter collars System 5 The accommodation is a three bedroom open plan with double carport and lockable garage on the end.  One bathroom, laundry in the carport, ranchslider onto deck from the lounge and main bedroom. You will get full support on this farm, lets hear about your strengths (go for it) and weaknesses we will support you and assist in developing these. We could talk about pasture walks, feed allocation, milk quality and so on, but we would rather talk to you first. We want to understand you and what you are looking for in a Farm Managers role and see if we are the right fit for you.

Relisted as we are still looking for the right person.  Start date is negotiable. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU APPLIED RECENTLY. MUST BE ELIGIBLE AND AVAILABLE TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND IMMEDIATELY.  We are looking for a dairy farm assistant with NZ experience to work alongside our hardworking, friendly Farm Manager milking 350 friesians, 30 ASHB shed with meal feeders. Good facilities and machinery. We're a relaxed, family team with supportive owners on site. We have a great, reliable relief milker covering RTO who is part of the team too. The right person  will have a positive attitude,  initiative, common sense, honesty, a quiet stock manner, enthusiasm and reliability.  We're after someone who loves dairy farming, enjoys working with others and wants to progress their career.  These character traits must be endorsed by written and/or verbal character reference checks. You also must have tenancy references.  We support further Primary ITO training. In your cover letter,...

We are progressive contract milkers who have just signed up an additional job-right next to our current farm. we are on the hunt for someone who is currently a herd manager or 2IC and is wanting to take on their first managers job,you will be well supported by us and 1 farm assistant. this position could also suit a working couple. you must have at least 2 recent references. Ideally  3 or more years experience,and hold a current drivers license. Accommodation is an older but warm and tidy 3 bedroom home, healthy home compliant with free standing log burner and heat pump and also a dvs ventilation system. good schooling options with school bus at gate. 360 Fresian cows are spring calved starting 15/7and are milked through an older but efficient 30ashb with in shed feeding system and auto cup removers. rolling to flat farm,130ha eff 2 tractors supplied-1cab,1 rops. brand new Sam feed out wagon. bale feeder  approx 80-120 bales fed per year  6 ha maize...

We have a unique opportunity available. A job like no other - the perks of farming without the milking *Stock *Pasture *Machinery For family reasons one of our current dairy support managers is moving on. We are a progressive family farming group in the South Waikato, with three dairy farms and three dairy support/drystock blocks. This role manages our 120ha drystock farm (alongside a couple of 27ha and 5ha support blocks) that stocks primarily our mating bulls and beef. - Management of stock movement, meet stock growth and weight targets - Feed budgeting and management - Animal health management - Calf rearing (may be available for a partner if this is not your strength) - Health and Safety - Farm maintenance and weeds - Reporting and recording of stock data - Work independently managing your time and workload Your role will also include some involvement in supporting the dairy farms with the following - Fencing and farm maintenance - Tractor work, ground work and...

Please do not apply if you are outside New Zealand. We are 10 minutes south of Hawera. We are seeking an energetic person to join our team. Our ideal candidate is someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and has a positive, get-it-done attitude. You will work closely with the Contract Milkers and Farm owners, to support the day-to-day operations of the farm. With the opportunity for your partner to assist part-time during spring if this interests you. We are looking as our current farm assistant of 3 years has been given a new job opportunity  as a manager on a new farm. Responsibilities  Include but not Limited too the following: Duties: Milking 350 cows, Twice a day. Operate and maintain milking equipment. Feeding and handling cows e.g setting up break fences and bring cows too and from paddock to milking shed. Tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage Reporting any animal health or welfare issues and follow...

This is your usual 'due to unforeseen circumstances' job but unusually the job is genuine! Due to some health issues with the current contract milkers we have decided together it is best we seek another candidate late in the season. The farm is centrally located on the West Coast, a close (15min) to Lake Brunner. It is 40min to Greymouth and 2 hours to Christchurch. The farm is 80ha milking approx. 165 cows twice a day until typically around Christmas where we transition to OAD milking. We winter in farm with Kale, Silage and straw  The farm is well set up with a race down the middle and a paddock to either side. A 22ashb Cowshed, new water system and a very good modern effluent system with Klip tank and Cobra rain gun. The farm produces around 50000ms with some pke feed when needed. The system we are flexible with, but grass is our priority through good pasture management.   

We’re looking for an up and coming leader who can motivate a team and lead the way for farms across BEL Group. This opportunity will see you joining one of BEL Groups high performing farm teams milking  730 cows. You’ll also have the opportunity to be mentored by a senior Farm Manager passionate about your growth and development. Your background and experience will show that you already understand how to get the best out of people in a high inputs system. You’ll also be as driven to get the best results and build ways of working that can be repeated across the group. BEL Group’s platforms of people, production, pride and profit drive their strategy, guide decision-making and allow people who join BEL Group can be confident that a career, not just a job, awaits them one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand.  With a thriving rural community, local towns big enough to cater for diverse recreational interests and a natural environment including beaches, hills for hiking and...