2 farm assistant herd manager jobs found in Edendale

Key duties Assist with daily farm management and implement farm policies and seasonal plans. Manage daily planning and staff supervision in the absence of the Farm Manager / Owner. Lead and supervise milking and shed routines, including rotary, ACR and ProTrac systems, maintaining milk quality, hygiene and efficiency. Coordinate herd routines, including stock movements, drafting and yard work. Implement and monitor animal health and welfare plans; identify and treat health issues in accordance with farm protocols and maintain accurate records. Implement and monitor calving, mating and seasonal herd management plans, recording events and reporting progress. Develop, implement and monitor the seasonal feed budget, including pasture allocation, break fencing, supplementary feeding and in-shed feed checks. Manage soil, nutrients, effluent and water in accordance with farm plans and environmental requirements, including irrigation where applicable. Coordinate and...

We are a 245ha family run self contained dairy operation located south of Edendale. We milk 500 cows through a 36 rotary with cup removers, meal feeding, Datamars cow collars & protrack (this shed is currently being replaced with a 54 bale rotary). Our cows are wintered in a Redpath barn and we rear/graze our own replacement heifers along with 80-100 beef cattle. You will be part of the wider team alongside the farm owner & manager. We are looking for someone who is; motivated & self driven a good communicator a team player who will contribute to a positive working environment. Applicants must be in New Zealand and eligible to work.