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Looking for a manager or someone who wants to step up. The owners are not on farm so you have to be a motivated and an independent worker . As well as paperwork and compliance , you will need to understand the shed, Animal health and pasture management. We are organic and regen so lots of pre planning and open mindedness needed . We have Halter , 30 aside herringbone with auto cups. We have 250 beef as well. plus a large area of fences, races, water to maintain which is possible as we are oad.  We aim for a lifestyle balance with only every second or third weekend having to milk. 3 /4 bedroom house, 12 mins from Paparoa and Maungatoroto and our beach and small fishing boat . Our 2ic is experienced and hard working and knows the farm well. Only apply if you have NZ experience and PR (we aren't accredited)

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

We are seeking a motivated farm manager who is passionate about  pasture dairy farming, animal welfare, team leadership and farm efficiency. This role is ideal for an experienced farm manager looking for change, or for someone ready to take the next step in their dairy career. Kowhai Downs is Fonterra supplier in the Maruia Valley, made up of a 400ha dairy farm, peak milking 840 cross bred cows, as well as 250ha of adjacent support land running 180 R1 and R2 replacement heifers. The dairy platform is flat, predominantly dryland, but with a 100ha brand new center pivot currently being installed. The support land has 150ha of flat/rolling land, and 100ha of hills. There are currently 6 full time staff, plus manager on a 6-2 roster. The manager will play an important leadership role in coordinating the team, maintaining high standards of farm operations and ensuring the farm's goals are achieved.   The farm milks through a 54 bale rotary shed, running a Waikato plant, with...

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Runoff Farm Manager to lead the day-to-day management of our well-maintained runoff farm, located just 15 minutes southwest of Oamaru. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in livestock, pasture, and property management and wants to be part of a progressive farming business focused on achieving outstanding results. About the Role You will be responsible for the overall management of the runoff property, working closely with the dairy farm management team to ensure stock are well cared for and feed resources are utilized efficiently. Key responsibilities include: Managing young stock, dry cows, and wintering stock. Feed budgeting and pasture management. Crop establishment and grazing management. Animal health and welfare. Irrigation operation and maintenance (where applicable). Tractor work, feeding out, cultivation, and general farm maintenance. Fencing, weed...

On behalf of a client we have a farm managers role available for a hard working motivated person, the farm is 700-750 cows through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with cup removers and autodrafting.  The system is a system 3 where about 700-1,000Kgs of supplements is imported onto the farm.  You will be working with a skilled farm owner along with the farm consultant, this support network will enable you to perform well and grow your skills for your next opportunity.  This role may lead to a contract milking role for the right candidate the following season if they perform well and fit in with the management team.  Please apply online via this website and we will contact you back with next steps. 

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Ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a driven and experienced full time Farm Manager to join our team at Millvale farm, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the farm.  Our ideal applicant must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a 2IC/Farm Manager role, prioritizes health and safety, skilled in pasture-based system. 📍 Location: Just 30 minutes from Gore and 15 minutes from Tapanui: 116 hectare 380 peak milking 36 a side herringbone shed   🌱 About Us: Dairy Holdings Ltd operates over 60 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development opportunities and a clear career pathway to Management, Contract Milking and Share milking for the right people. . 📋 Key...

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with initiative and drive who can work well on their own and as part of a team. This run-off property provides dairy support for two dairy farms. The manager is responsible for the day to day running of the property (in communication with the farm owner) and is required to manage the grazing and feeding of all dry stock, ensuring they meet target weights and condition. You will have a varied work load Managing - animal health, pasture and cropping management, staff management during winter, vehicle and equipment maintenance, general farm maintenance, record keeping, co-ordination/ communication with various people & businesses, as well as health and safety. Please provide an updated CV with references.  Must be a New Zealand citizen. 

FARM MANAGER / CONTRACT MILKER – OAD DAIRY FARM Experienced Dairy Operator Wanted – Southland We are looking for an experienced Farm Manager / Contract Milker / Sharemilker-level dairy operator to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of a progressive OAD dairy farm in Southland . This is a hands-on management position for someone who understands that running a profitable dairy farm requires more than simply getting cows milked. We are looking for someone who can take ownership, make decisions, identify problems before they become problems, manage people and cows effectively, and drive production and profitability. The successful applicant will have a strong background in dairy farming and ideally have experience as a Contract Milker, Sharemilker, 2IC or Farm Manager . THE FARM Approximately 330 cows Approximately 150 ha dairy platform Once-a-day (OAD) milking system Southland location...

Looking for a competent manager/2ic to help run a 950 cow dairy unit based in riverton for the season, due to health issues of a previous staff member who had to unfourtuantly leave.  We run a 6n2 roster all season.  Big 5 bedroom newer home.  The candidate will be responsible for assisting myself with full farm managment Must be competent in all animal health Able to drive tractors for feeding out and mowing.  Good pasture managment. Must be good with foreign staff and able to handle challenges. Must be a nz resident or hold open work Visa. Salary will reflect experience. Possible releif milking available for partner

Farm Manager – Awamoko Dairy Location: North Otago (Oamaru region) Roster: To be discussed / Competitive Technology: Fully integrated Halter system   About the Role Awamoko Dairy (part of Marchwood Farms) is looking for an experienced, tech-savvy Farm Manager to lead our progressive dairy unit. If you are passionate about high-performing pasture management, top-tier animal health, and leveraging cutting-edge ag-tech to make farming smarter, not harder, this is the role for you. We have completely transitioned away from traditional fences and intensive physical herding, running our herd entirely on the Halter collar system.   Key Responsibilities Tech-Driven Herd Management: Oversee daily herd health, heat detection, and automated drafting using Halter data and insights. Precision Grazing: Utilise Halter’s virtual fencing to optimise pasture allocation (kg/DM per cow), monitor daily paddock covers, and protect regrowth.  Team...