56 dairy herd manager jobs found

We have a position available for Dairy Herd Manager. The position is based in Winton area in Southland, New Zealand. This is full-time, permanent positions for at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 35 hours per week. The pay rate will be 25.50 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Oversees core aspects of daily farm operations, including the management of the dairy shed (milking), and may be responsible for animal health and other assigned duties. Takes ownership of daily routines such as milking, effluent handling, and feeding, ensuring they are carried out efficiently. Works independently and is capable of supervising and training other team members. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance productivity and contribute to the success of the farm. Applies efficient milking techniques and maintains high standards of hygiene across the dairy operation. Accurately records animal health treatments and resolves milk quality issues....

We have a position available for Dairy Herd Manager. The position based in Te Puke area in New Zealand This is full-time, permanent positions guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $25 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Oversees core aspects of daily farm operations, including the management of the dairy shed (milking) and may be responsible for animal health and other assigned duties. Takes ownership of daily routines such as milking, effluent handling, and feeding, ensuring they are carried out efficiently. Works independently and is capable of supervising and training other team members. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance productivity and contribute to the success of the farm. Applies efficient milking techniques and maintains high standards of hygiene across the dairy operation. Accurately records animal health treatments and resolves milk quality issues. Identifies and...

Job opportunity: 1 dairy herd managers for the 2025-2026 season.  Duties will include but not limited to  Getting cows in  milking  fencing  calf rearing tractor work  pasture knowledge must be able to work in certain patterns shed hygiene  Weed control  House hygiene  Experience in riding a 2-wheeler & a 4-wheeler  Following all health and safety policies  You must:  Be honest, reliable and hardworking  Able to work both in a team environment and unsupervised  Have initiative, be motivated and willing to learn Must be able to pass a drug test & we do random drug test throughout the season. Clean the facility after any movement in or out  MUST BE A NON-SMOKER AS WE GOT NO-SMOKING POLICY IMPLEMENTED ON THE FARM & IN THE HOUSES. Please submit your cover letter and CV including 2 references at least. Application without CV and references will not be contacted  No pets, No...

After 7 years with us one of our team members is retiring from the dairy industry, opening up an opportunity for someone new to join our farm team. We are looking for an experienced and capable Herd Manager to join us on a well-set-up, self-contained dairy farm milking 750–800 cows. This is a cow-focused role for someone who enjoys working with cows and takes pride in maintaining a high standard of animal care and performance. Working closely with the owners and other staff, you will be involved in the day-to-day management of the herd, along with other general farm tasks. What we offer: 750–800 cow, well-set-up self-contained farm Halter collars – no putting up reels or following cows! Excellent infrastructure and facilities Tidy, warm home located on farm Modern, well-maintained machinery and farm equipment You will: Be experienced in herd management and confident working with cows Have a sharp eye for cow health and general animal husbandry Be...

Please specify the following: Current visa conditions If you are currently overseas If you are applying on behalf of someone else We are looking for 1 dairy Herd Manager to join the team on our Split calving Dairy Farm milking 1850 cows in Temuka. *Job description: General farm duties will include but are not limited to: -Twice a day Milking: Morning and afternoon milking. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. -Feed: Controls weeds. Set up break fences. Assist with pasture management as directed by Farm Manager.  -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Team responsibilities: Contribute to an effective team working environment. Works well with others, building a strong team culture. -Environment: Assists with effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. -Health, safety: Comply with farm Health and Safety policies and...

We are looking for a Herd Manager who is passionate about pastural farming and caring for livestock.  We milk an 800 cow cross bred herd through a 50 aside herring bone shed. The normal daily tasks consists of milking, shifting the effluent irrigator, shifting break fences, moving cows, feeding supplements, helping with calf feeding, and all sorts of farm maintenance.  Skills required to apply for this position: A minimum of 3 years Dairy Herd Manager Experience Have great communication skills and a positive attitude towards learning new skills and mentoring staff Be familiar with machinery operation and maintenance Have a commitment to and implement best practices for health & safety Passion for animal welfare and efficient farm management Ability to work independently and as part of a team A strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude Key Responsibilities : Herd management – monitoring animal health, mating, calving,...

EXPERIENCED SENIOR FARM ASSISTANT /AND OR HERD MANAGER/2IC We are looking for someone with a minimum of 1 years NZ experience to join a team of 6 staff.  You will need experience preferably in a rotary cowshed.. We are a farm that takes pride in high levels of farm presentation, a genuine love for our cows with great animal health/repro/SCC.   So a genuine passion for working with cows and being in the industry is a must.   If you don't like spending your days around cows then don't apply. In shed technology (52 bail rotary)  includes Protrack, ACR's, In shed feeding, Cell Cense monitors and Affi Collars with auto drafting.  The farm is 420ha milking 1000 cows, Spring calving.   A mix of flat, rolling  and some steeper terrain.  Good infrastructure and machinery.    Roster and remuneration to be discussed and is based on experience.   Please apply with CV and two most recent dairy farming references.  We are unable to accommodate large families as our houses are...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 750-cow farm in the Bay of Plenty area. The farm is located approximately 25 minutes from Te Puke and operates a 60 Bail Rotary milking shed with a Protrack system. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - training junior staff, - stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation, - tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 46. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate....

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

Kotare Pastoral Ltd is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced assistant Herd Manager  to join our team at Wicklow Farm, a well-established dairy support operation located on Gadsby Road, just outside Te Kuiti. An immediate start is available; however, we are committed to selecting the right candidate and are open to a later start date, including from 1 June. Wicklow Farm is a 360-hectare effective dairy platform, milking 1,000 cows through a modern and well-equipped 50-bale rotary shed including automatic cup removers and teat sprayer. The farm operates a hybrid milking system, utilizing both twice-a-day (TAD) and once-a-day (OAD) milking, with more than half the season fully on OAD. We run a predominantly pasture-based system, supported by the strategic use of supplements. The majority of cows are wintered off-farm as well as all the young stock post-weaning. The Role You will work closely alongside an experienced, inclusive Farm Manager who values...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Herd Manager to join our team immediately. This role will involve milking and feeding cows, understanding the principles of animal health, good understanding of animal husbandry, pasture management and general farm maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 2-3 years previous experience on a NZ dairy farm and industry qualifications are an advantage . Must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enjoy working in a supportive team environment.  If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Our competitive remuneration package includes...

Hi We are looking for an experienced motivated person to join our team. This is a Herd Manager role in Kennington less than 10km from Invercargill peak milking 600 cows through a 40 aside HB with ACR's and Halter! Must have A full drivers license Minimum of 1 month training or dairy experience. Good references, Great sense of humour, live in New Zealand currently and be able to pass a drug test. If you enjoy technology and don't enjoy following cows into the shed please apply

Milking 1100 cows through a 60-bale Rotary shed. You must have at least 1 year experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. You will hit the ground running. Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Guaranteed minimum 30 hours Hourly rate range between $33 - $35 You must have clear criminal records Pre employment and random drug testing You must be drug free No pets on farm You must live on farm due to the requirements of the job You must have a full clean driving license No smoking or vaping on farm

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Herd Manager to join a progressive dairy farming operation managing an 800-cow dairy herd milked through two dairy sheds. Farm Details 800 cows 20 Aside Herringbone Shed 36 Aside Herringbone Shed Roster: 11 days on, 3 days off Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week On-farm accommodation available and preferred due to the responsibilities of the role Key Responsibilities Milking and dairy shed operations Animal health monitoring and treatments Heat detection and mating management Pasture and feed allocation Calving and young stock management Farm maintenance and machinery operation Record keeping and compliance requirements Maintaining a high standard of shed hygiene and farm presentation What We're Looking For Minimum 1  years dairy farming experience Strong animal husbandry skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication and organisational skills...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested, and developing, including: milking twice a day; shifting cows and feeding; fencing, weed control; calving, calf rearing; shed cleaning and setup; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

**ONLY APPLY IF IN NZ We are seeking a Senior Farm Assistant/Herd Manager  Work available for a partner to cover milkings and time off feeding calves   We milk 485 cows through a 54 bale rotary shed near Rahotu. Halter is installed High level operating dairy farm.  Comfortable, tidy 3 bedroom house available.  Roster 6 on 1 off over spring 5 on 2 off rest of year Salary dependent on experience Must have prior experience. Looking for someone whos hardworking and honest. Must be in Nz. Not accredited employers yet.   Average 45 hours a week

Ashmount Farm is a large new dairy farm conversion located at Chertsey. Due to a previous team member needing to head home to be with ill family we are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable herd manager to be part of the fantastic team running this operation. The farm is in a great location, only a 10 minute drive to Rakaia or 15 minute drive to Ashburton! About the farm The farm is 620 ha in total and milks 1800 cows through a brand new 80 bail Read shed. We have ACRs, Protrack and in-shed feeding with Cowmanager tags for heat detection. The farm is irrigated by pivots and some fixed grid, with a small amount of dryland corners. We operate a system that strives to maximise pasture harvested while feeding cows to their potential. The opportunity The successful candidate will be a part of a large team lead by equity manager Peter O’Connor and be responsible for one of the four herds on farm. You will be expected to manage grazing and allocation for a herd (with assistance...

We are looking for a capable, hands-on Herd manager with exceptional pasture management skills, strong leadership ability and a genuine drive to achieve excellent farm performance. Applicants must have at least 18 months recent NZ dairy experience and be competent in all dairy tasks including milking, feeding out, moving stock & fences & monitoring & treating stock with a minimum of supervision. The successful applicant will help take responsibility for the running of the shed with minimum supervision & be able to supervise & train other staff.  A minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must be in NZ with a valid NZ work visa and NZ drivers licence. No dogs. Roster - 8/2 Strong understanding of NZ dairy systems and animal welfare standards Good communication skills and reliability Must pass a pre‑employment drug test

Mahoe Dairies are on the look out for a Herd Manager. We require honest, reliable Herd Manager to join our team on our Family operated farms in Mossburn, Southland. Previous dairy farming experience preferred. 2 years work experience or a level 4 qualification or above required. Duties include, but are not limited to: - Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. - Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Feed: Controls weeds, Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. - Environment: Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. - People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. - Machine, Vehicles and Technology, Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by our on farm policy. - Health, Safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farm health, safety and wellbeing policy....