31 2ic herd manager jobs found

We are seeking a motivated and reliable 2IC/Herd Manager to join our family run dairy farm in Hinds, located just 20 minutes south of Ashburton. Our farm milks 390 cows through a well maintained 40 aside herringbone shed with automatic cup removers, in shed feeding, an auto drafter, and Cow Manager technology. We take pride in operating a tidy, efficient farm with well maintained property, machinery, and systems, and are looking for someone who shares these values. The Role Milking and operating the dairy shed Identifying and treating sick cows Maintaining accurate animal health and farm records Tractor work Shifting a Roto Rainer and managing a centre pivot irrigator Recording and reporting through systems such as MINDA and Cow Manager Supporting environmental and compliance requirements Maintaining high standards of health and safety Taking responsibility for the farm and staff management in the manager's absence What We're Looking For Have at...

  We are currently looking for a highly motivated person looking to progress to a 2IC role and join our team this coming season milking 1200 cows through a 54-bale rotary shed with ACRs. The farm is located 20 minutes North of Oamaru with bus stop at the gate for Primary and Secondary Schools. A fully fenced 3-bedroom family house is available for the right applicant. The farm is grass-based system, and having a good understanding of feed budgeting & pasture management to help implement the agreed farm management plan, is essential. Applicants must also have good animal health and husbandry skills, have high standards in shed hygiene practices, and must have the fundamentals working within farms best practices and environmental guidelines. Being tech savvy is a plus but not essential as training will be provided to handle multiple online app for people, pasture, and herd management. This role reports directly to the Sharemilker and requires...

We are seeking an enthusiastic person to start as soon as possible. You must have a minimum of 2 seasons NZ dairy farming experience and be able to operate modern machinery. You will be required to assist with all aspects of  day to day dairy farming. This position is available to NZ citizens / residents with a valid NZ work visa, we are NOT accredited employers. We spring Calve 750 cows milked twice daily through a 60 Bale Rotary cowshed. You will be working alongside a  team of 4 full time and 1 part timer  An excellent 2 bedroom house is available We are a family owned and operated Dairy Farming Business with excellent long serving  Managment  The farm is flat, centrally raced with excellent infrastructure utilizing modern machinery and farming practices   You must have a genuine desire to be part of a thriving Dairy industry. Additionally , we offer a pathway for growth within our wider farming business 

We are looking for a motivated Farm Manager for the 2026/2027 season. Are you passionate about the dairy industry. Keen to progress, learn and upskill themselves and the other staff members. Take pride in your work and produce excellent quality milk and strive for the best.  Farm Details • 225ha Dairy Farm + 100ha runoff located 6km from the Dairy Farm • All cows and young stock wintered at runoff. • 610 cows • 42 aside herringbone with in shed feeding, cup removers and automatic teat sprayer. • Good quality and modern farm machinery • Farm is located 15 minutes from Gore at East Chatton Skills Required • Take pride in your work. • Honest • Excellent Communication and Time management skills. • Excellent Pasture management. • Animal Health, Welfare and Husbandry management. • Good tractor experience on flat and hilly terrain. • Outstanding Effluent management. • Able to follow and implement Health & Safety Practices and Procedures. You must have 2 years New Zealand Dairy...

2IC – Rotorua We are seeking an experienced and motivated 2IC to join our dairy operation based in the Rotorua region. This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal welfare. Farm Details 360-cow dairy operation 230-hectare high-input farm Covered barn and feed pad system Shared accommodation available Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week Roster 6 days on / 1 day off over calving 12 days on / 2 days off for the remainder of the season Salary $64,000 – $66,000 per annum, depending on experience About the Role As 2IC you will play a key role in the day-to-day management and performance of both the farm and staff.. You will be responsible for monitoring herd health, implementing preventative health programmes, maintaining accurate records managing repairs and maintenance, pasture management, training staff, compliance checks, and maintenance. Skills and Experience Required To be considered for this role, applicants must...

We are on the Hunt for 2 staff members a 2ic and a herd manager on our farm 10 minutes to whangarei 15 minutes to Ngungaru. We run 3 farms all close to whangarei 1500 cows in total so plenty of progression for the right person. There is 1 4 bedroom house for the 2 staff members. Must have good references. 

Alsmere Farm is a 183ha effective milking platform, milking 550 cows through an efficient 36-aside herringbone. The farm operates a hybrid milking system, utilising both twice-a-day (TAD) and once-a-day (OAD) milking, with 30% of the herd OAD for the majority of the season.   We run a predominantly pasture-based system, supported by the strategic use of supplements. The majority of cows are wintered off-farm as well as all the young stock post-weaning. The Role You will work closely alongside an experienced, inclusive Farm Manager who values teamwork, high standards, and professional development. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their dairy farming career and gain strong operational and leadership experience. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the day-to-day management of the farm Monitoring and achieving physical and financial KPIs Organising staff tasks, rosters, and leave Milking and overseeing daily...

·         Do you have at least 5 years of solid NZ dairy farming experience? ·         Are you comfortable getting the best out of people and looking to grow in this area? ·         Are you looking to take your pasture management skills to the next level? ·         Do you enjoy systems and working on farms of scale?   Then this might be the opportunity for you! Pineview is consistently one of the top farms in the Theland Tahi Farm Group.  It has great soils, grows great grass and is run by an experienced manager who has systems in place to maximise what nature delivers. The farm is well subdivided and complimented with a modern fleet of tractor, feed out wagon and motorbikes. Pineview peak milks 1425 cows (including ~400 OAD all year round) through a modern 60-bale rotary with automatic cup removers, Protrack and in-shed feeding.   What you get from us: Industry leading remuneration package - negotiable depending on...

Our 2 beautiful farms are set on 140 Ha of flat land located just 20 mins from Reefton and 40 mins from the hustle and bustle of Greymouth.   There is so much to do around here on your days off and we have excellent schools in the area.   Our smaller farm has 400 cows that we milk through a 26 ASHB shed which we are now in need of a good herd manager for.   We have milking down pat; it takes us 2 hours from start to finish.   Animal Health and welfare is extremely high on our list of priorities, and we have installed collars so, having experience with this kind of technology will be a great advantage.   You must have at least 2 to 3 years’ experience and you must be capable of driving a tractor and feeding out as well as having some knowledge of pasture management.   You may already be a 2IC on a big farm and are looking to downsize or you are a herd manager now but looking to take the next step, we are not really too worried as full training will be given....

Our Client  Our client is a well-established, family-owned agricultural business with over 20 years of successful dairy and beef farming operations across Australia and Tasmania. Known for their strong team culture, modern farming practices, and focus on herd health and efficiency, they are seeking a motivated Assistant Manager / 2IC to join one of their well-run 750-cow dairy units in North West Tasmania. The Opportunity The farm milks 750 cross-bred cows through a modern 60-stand rotary shed and operates a predominantly pasture-based system with grain fed in the dairy. The property is well maintained, easy rolling, and offers an enjoyable working environment with excellent infrastructure and systems already in place. The herd calves in Autumn, with calving for this season now largely complete, making this an ideal opportunity for someone to settle into the role outside of the busiest period. This role would suit either a capable Junior 2IC looking to further...

CNR Farming has an exciting opportunity for a Farm Manager to join our team due to a team member heading north.The farm peak milks 800 cows through a 54 bail rotary on 240ha platform, fully irrigated by pivots, some fixed grid and a small area of sprinklers. We have been using Halter to assist with Farm management, as well as ACR's, and automatic drafting. We target production of 500+ per cow and are a system 4 with a real focus on maximizing pasture harvested. The successful applicant will be willing and able to use this technology to its full advantages.  Managing and doing a variety of task in this role- Exceptional animal husbandry - Mating, calving identification, assistance, lameness, mastitis, milk fever, Pasture Management Staff Management ,Health and Safety ,Shed cleanliness and maintenance Fencing - general Understanding of irrigation and maintenance, ensuring health records are kept up to date. We operate a fully self contained system, with owners doing majority of...

Working Relationships: Farm Manager, permanent and casual farm staff, Outside contractors and service providers, Kohika Downs General Manager, Directors and Shareholders. Position title: Herd manager Location - Kohika Downs Ltd, Otaio, St Andrews Herd Manager Position Description Purpose 1. To support the Managers in achieving the Farm’s production and profit goals through assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Farm 2. To follow good animal health and welfare, and environmental practices Reporting The Herd Manager will report to the Farm Manager (the “ FM ”). The Herd Manager will have working relationships with the 2IC, General Manager, Business Manager. The Herd manager will be expected to foster open communication, the aim there being “no surprises”. Business values 1. Our People/Community We provide our employees with a safe and supportive working environment. We’re respectful, honest and open with them and will recognize and...

****Due to time wasters we are on the lookout still**** We have a position available on an 400-cow farm milking in Kowhitirangi, milking through a 34 aside herringbone. The farm is very well set up, we have a herd home for wintering, great flow through the shed, we use Halter so no super early mornings sitting in the rain.  This could suit a couple as hours can be available on weekends for milkings to cover sharemilkers time off. You would be assisting with general farm duties, including milking cows, feeding calves, repair and maintenance, putting up fences. Tractor driving, fertiliser, feeding out, etc.  The suitable candidate would be someone who is physically fit, enjoys rural life and works well in a team environment. Must have a clear police and drug history - pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be expected. Must be willing to submit to random drug testing on farm.  4 bedroom accommodation available. No Pets. Must be physically fit Roster 11 on 3...

Our stunning family owned and operated 400 cow dairy farm is set on 200 Ha of beautiful flat land just minutes from the township of Ikamatua.  This is a great place to live if you love all the outdoor activities the area has to offer, yet only 40 mins from Greymouth and 20 mins to Reefton, you literally have everything you need right on your doorstep.   We thought we had next season worked out with regards to our staffing requirements but due to personal reason, the person we had employed has decided its not for them after all, so this leaves us with a bit of a gap to fill.   In an ideal world we could really do with a good strong manager who has a partner that can be a dairy farm assistant who can help us with relief milking and calf rearing.  We have a big 3.5 bedroom house which has a lovely new bathroom and kitchen.   Essential skills will be milking, we have a rotary shed that we are just in the process of updating so it will have automatic cup removers and...

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...

Due to the unforseen need for our current employee of 7 years to relocate for personal reasons we are looking for a farm assistant / assistant herd manager to join our team working with the farm owner and our 2IC. We are loacted in the Charing Cross area, Selwyn district. A bit about us -450 high producing xbred cows -113 ha platform irrigated by pivots, k-line and sprinkers -36 bale rotary cowshed with ACR’s, meal feeding, protrack and cowmanager -Strong pasture harvesters with efficient use of supplements to drive profitable production -Heavy focus on Attention to detail across all aspects of the operation -A tidy, well presented high performing operation -Pride in our farm, people, stock and reputation What we offer -A real team environment working with great people who are keen to share information and knowledge and help people grow and succeed -5 on 2 off roster -An attractive remuneration package -A warm and tidy 2...

Dairy Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) Location: Ngatea. we are looking for a top operator (or aspiring to be) Assistant Manager to help us keep our dairy operations running as smooth as fresh cream! The farm is 130ha and we milk through a 50 bale rotary, system 4. 480 cows. What You’ll Do: Support the team in daily operations—think herd care, milking routines, and equipment upkeep. Lead, train, and inspire a fantastic team of farm workers. Keep an eye on herd health, nutrition, and comfort—happy cows, happy farm! Dive into data—track production, feed, and efficiency, and help us keep improving. Work with the team to ensure we’re meeting sustainability goals—because we care about our cows, staff and the planet! Who You Are: You’ve got some farm experience (bonus if you know your way around a milking shed!). You’re a natural leader who thrives on teamwork and communication. You’re organized, adaptable, and excited to get your hands dirty. You’ve...

We take milk quality and animal health seriously and are looking for like-minded farmers to join us for an exciting expansion on our beautiful farm.   We’re proud to be  Fonterra Organics Top Performers for milk quality two years in a row: SCC 73 99% Days of Excellence So we’re looking for someone who  takes pride in their work, high attention to detail, and prioritises milk quality and animal health.  Position and salary based around the right applicant. 6:2 roster.   Farm setup • 800 cows in multiple herds using  Halter •  40-bale rotary  ( ACRs  + in-bale teat spray) •  CellSense & Protrack •  OAD milking  solo in shifts alongside other staff and us (owners) The farm •  250ha  effective +  200ha  new neighbouring block • Mostly  flat to rolling  country • Very tidy farm with  great infrastructure...

We are looking to employ an enthusiastic experienced individual to join our team. You will join the 3 others on the cow Dairy as Herd Manager. We are split calving 900 cows on flat terrain with the addition of inshed feeders, covered feed pad, mixer wagon and have recently signed up to halter for milkers and dry stock. We do our own machinery work like planting, spraying, fertiliser and silage. Ideally the candidate will have experience in driving tractors.  You will be encouraged to take responsibility in your role and assist fellow employees with general farm duties. You will have proven experience in Dairy Farming and have an understanding of pastoral farm systems. Strong communication skills and ability to show initiative are required to work in a team environment. Key responsibilities will include ensuring cows and young stock are fed as per their grazing plan, maintaining sound animal health and general farm maintenance. Some Duties involve: Managing plant and...

We are looking for an Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) or good farm assistant that can soon step up to 2IC, to join our team on Mount Bee Dairies, located in Northern Southland 40–60 minutes from Te Anau, Gore, Invercargill, and Queenstown. With the possibility of taking over Management in 1 or 2 years for the right person.  We milk 630 cows through a 54-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray, in-shed feeding. Our farm is 226 hectares of effective area. We winter cows on fodder beet and swedes ourselves on our additional Run off block of 55Ha, raise young stock on the farm until they reach 100kg before they go grazing. There is also the option for a partner to take part in calf rearing/relief milking.  you will work in a team of three including myself as manager and relief staff when needed. You will need to be hands-on, willing to get the job done, but also ready to step into a leadership role and make decisions when required. Our farm is a grass-based system 2 farm,...