2 farm manager jobs found in Putāruru

Herd Manager Position – Dairy Farm (South Waikato) $33.56 – $35.05 | Minimum 30 hours/week guaranteed We are currently seeking a motivated and hardworking Herd Manager  to join our team on a well-run 972 ha dairy farm located in the Waotu area , just a 10–15 minute drive from Putaruru, Waikato . Our operation consists of five dairy units using both Herringbone and Rotary sheds , with twice-daily milking from June to Christmas and once-a-day milking through to May . About the Role We’re looking for an individual with practical experience and a proactive attitude, who will be responsible for daily milking, managing animal health including mastitis, pasture management, shed operations and daily farm duties. Key Responsibilities Milking cows confidently through Rotary or Herringbone sheds Identifying and treating mastitis and other common animal health issues Setting up paddocks and managing pasture accurately Operating...

Looking for a capable person in the shed to help milk 480 cows through a herringbone shed with one of my friendly staff members. Some experience would be preferred but not necessary. We have an onsite 2 bedroom house available if required.  This would be a fixed term contract to help us through the busy part of the season from 1st August to 31st December.