2 jobs found in West Eyreton

Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.     Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.  Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.  People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.  Machine, vehicles, and technology - Manage the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

We are looking for a Herd Manager for the 2026/2027 season We are a family owned and operated farm based in West Eyreton, 20 mins from Rangiora and 35mins from Christchurch. We milk 700 cows at peak in a 54-bail rotary shed with ACR's and in shed feeding Platform is fully irrigated with pivots and k-line sprinklers in the corners We have a very strong and energetic team that are easy and enjoyable to work with. Machinery is up to date and well maintained, which helps to keep a smooth-running operation. On farm jobs will include: Milking Feeding out/topping Fencing Animal Health Treating lameness and mastitis Organizing dairy shed including cow flow and staff training The applicant will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in the dairy industry, preferably on the same farm, with a strong willingness to learn and help others. Must have excellent demonstration of cow health and feeding. They will report to the farm manager so good English, communication...