3 herd manager jobs found in Dunsandel

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...

Only apply if you are in New Zealand and available for interview.  We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of 4 staff team and report to the farm manager. Milk 800 cows. 40 bail rotary, 2 support blocks for wintering cows, and rear 400 replacements. Fully irrigated via 2 pivots and 3 rotorainer shifted daily and 20 ha sprinkler. Duties are but not limited to: Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues per farm policy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well- being of all classes of stock. Feed - Set break fences and feed out as directed. Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent...

Apply only if you are in New Zealand. We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of 4 staff team and report to the farm manager. Milk 800 cows. 40-bail rotary, ACR, and auto teat spray. Fully irrigated. Duties are not limited to: Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues as per farmpolicy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well- being of all classes of stock. Feed - Set break fences. Assist with pasture and crop weed control. Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on- farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these. People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Develop an...