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Help assist farm owner with running a drystock farm. Would suit semi retired ex farmer.  Flexible Times and dates to be worked  but you must be reliable and have own transport Involves shifting stock, Animal health, weed spraying, water reticulation repairs, fencing, setting up breaks and feeding out over winter. At times you will be required to do this by yourself and other times with the help of farm owner while setting paddocks / breaks for the coming week. Must be able to drive SXS and tractor, and be capable of feeding out without supervision. General work roster for most of year is Monday, Wednesday, Friday to shift and check stock. Winter Roster is every second day to shift cattle, set breaks up and feed out. Approx cattle numbers 220 calves from Novemeber 220 R2 Heifers 20 Bulls over Mating from October to Mid December. Other drystock may also be present 300 cows wintered from June till Mid August with cows trucked back home in stages according to...

580–600 Cows | 40 ASHB | 250 ha Effective | System 5 | Halter If you’re a switched-on Farm Manager who enjoys getting the best from cows, pasture and feed, this is an opportunity to step into a supportive farming business, chase the small gains and really put your own mark on it. This 580–600 cow dairy operation has ambitious production goals and is looking for a capable Farm Manager who brings strong farming systems, attention to detail and confident day-to-day management. The 275 ha farm, with 250 ha effective, operates through a 40 ASHB shed and runs a System 5 operation with Halter, covered feedpad and mixer wagon. What’s on offer: Responsibility for a 580–600 cow, 250 ha effective dairy operation High-production System 5 operation with Halter, covered feedpad and mixer wagon A team of two staff working under the Farm Manager A supportive farm owner who remains connected with the business The opportunity to establish strong systems and put...