2 jobs found in Mossburn

We are seeking an experienced  Herd Manager  to join our team on a well-run 1300 cows dairy farm with a 54-bale rotary automatic shed . This is a hands-on role suited to someone already working at Herd Manager level.  Key Responsibilities Prioritise  animal health and welfare Carry out high-standard  milking routines Maintain excellent  shed hygiene and presentation Monitor herd health and treatments Support  feed allocation and pasture management Complete daily farm tasks efficiently Work well both  independently and as part of a team Demonstrate strong  operational and self-management Health and safety protocols upheld  Requirements Minimum 2  years dairy farming experience Good knowledge of  animal health, feed, and pasture management Reliable, organized, and able to prioritise tasks Positive team player with a strong work ethic Farm...

We have a full-time Dairy Farm Assistant role available on our 1100 cow dairy farm 5km from Mossburn, Northern Southland.    This is a permanent position with a minimum of 30 hours of work a week guaranteed. The key tasks and duties include: Milking Operations - milking cows hygienically and efficiently. Grazing - Putting up fences and following the weekly grazing plan. Animal Care - Assisting with feeding, watering and monitoring cows for any signs of animal health issues. Farm Maintenance - Helping with general farm maintenance of buildings and equipment. Calving - Assisting with calving mothers and caring for newborn calves including drafting, feeding and monitoring for health issues. Record Keeping - Assisting with maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and milk production. Input data into farm management software as required. We are looking for an individual who works well as part of a team but is also confident to work alone when...