2 jobs found in Tarras, Otago Region

We’re looking for a reliable, capable Herd Manager to join our team. We’re in our first season on a brand-new 1,500-cow dairy conversion. The farm covers 500 hectares, is fully irrigated and milks through a modern 80-bale Waikato rotary with Protrack, in-shed feeding, cow collars and Auto Smart Wash. Key responsibilities Managing the day-to-day running, feeding and performance of your herd. Monitoring animal health, identifying issues and carrying out treatments as required. Managing pasture allocation and grazing residuals in line with the farm feed plan. Assisting with mating, reproduction and herd improvement. Monitoring milk production, cow condition and herd performance. Maintaining accurate animal health and production records. Following health and safety procedures and maintaining high animal welfare standards. Working with the contract milker and wider team to meet farm targets. Skills and experience At least 12 months of relevant practical...

We are looking for a good Herd Manager to join our team in Tarras Central Otago. We are in our first season on a brand new 1,500 cow conversion, milking through a new 80 bail Waikato rotary. The shed has Protrack, in-shed feeding, cow collars, Auto Smart Wash and really good cow flow. The farm is 500ha, fully irrigated with 8 centre pivots and fixed grid on the corners. It is split into 3 main blocks, with a herd based on each block. This is not a role where you are just helping run the farm. You will be responsible for your own herd and will have a big part to play in pasture management, animal health, mating and the day-to-day running and performance of that herd. We are looking for someone who is confident with cows, knows their pasture management and animal health, can work on their own initiative and takes pride in doing a good job. An experienced Herd Manager would be ideal, but we would also consider an Assistant Herd Manager who is ready to take the next step. The...