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Herd Manager – 1,050 Cows | Rakaia, Canterbury Are you a passionate and skilled dairy professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a reliable, motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a modern 285 ha single-farm operation located in Rakaia, Canterbury . Working alongside a team of 6, you will play a hands-on role in daily herd performance, stock health, feed management, and maintaining high operational standards. Key Responsibilities Herd Health & Animal Welfare: Daily monitoring of herd health, mastitis control, lameness prevention, and executing treatment plans. Reproduction & Mating: Assisting with heat detection, Artificial Breeding (AB) preparation, and calving operations. Feed & Pasture Management: Executing daily feed allocations, monitoring pasture quality, and assisting with feed budget implementation. Milking Operations: Maintaining efficient, high-standard milking routines and milk...