13 herd manager jobs found

Experienced Herd Manager wanted to join our 770-cow dairy operation in Northern Southland. We are looking for a capable and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on our 770-cow dairy farm near Riversdale, Northern Southland . This is a great opportunity for an experienced dairy farm worker who takes pride in their stock, enjoys working with cows and wants to be an important part of an exciting new farming operation. The Role As Herd Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the herd, with a strong focus on animal health, welfare, production and maintaining high farm standards. The role will include: Day-to-day management and care of the 770-cow herd Monitoring animal health, condition and performance Identifying and dealing with animal health issues promptly Assisting with calving, mating and herd health practices Maintaining high standards of animal welfare Assisting with milking...

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.   Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $36 per hour....

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...

A herd Manager is required to work as part of the team to implement the agreed farm management plan .  that will include the following responsibilities: Carry out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assist in training new employees on correct techniques. Assist with solving milk quality problems Helps farm assistants to understand factors that affect milk quality, hygienic milking, and mastitis control procedures. Clean and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and carry out hygiene inspections.  Move and handle animals safely, identify and diagnose animal health issues, and assist with treatments and prevention in line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy or dairy company policy, as advised by the manager. Observe, record, and report on cows preparing to calve, and calves in line with farm policy . Assists in feed budget and feeding...

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...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 740-cow operation across two farms in the Wyndham area. The farm is located approximately 45 minutes from Invercargill and milks through a 25 Aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, training junior staff, stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 60. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule...

Herd Manager We are looking for1 experienced Herd Managers to join our dairy farm team for the upcoming seasons. The farm operates a 54-bail rotary shed with Protrack and ACRs. The successful applicants must be in New Zealand and must have at least 1 years’ relevant dairy farming experience. The successful applicants must have a clear understanding of the daily operations of a dairy farm and must be responsible, reliable, and able to work as part of a team. Key duties and responsibilities include: Assisting with herd management, animal health monitoring, calving, mating, pasture allocation, and daily farm routines as directed by the Farm Manager. Carrying out daily milking and shed duties. Setting up fences and assisting with general farm maintenance. Carrying out weed spraying as required. Maintaining general tidiness of the farm and work areas. Managing the safe handling, movement, and welfare of animals in line with farm policy. Observing and reporting...

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 to join our team this coming 26/27 season. Experience is required but can provide further training for the successful applicant. Honesty is a must and also must have a good work ethics. Successful applicant must pass a drug test and police check if requested. Farm is located in Drummond, 30min from invercargill. 310ha farm with 60 bail rotary shed and in shed feeding.  Protrack drafting, supportive team and a good environment to work with. For more information pls email CV or Apply through Rapu Hub https://rapuhub.co.nz/jobs?category=a859600e-6977-4dc3-9877-0477a60c8013

We are seeking a Herd Manager or Farm Assistant on a 600-cow farm located approximately 20 minutes west of Invercargill, milking through a 40 Aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including:   - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - stock handling and feeding - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation,   - tractor operation for feeding out, fertiliser, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 45 and a maximum of 60. Roster will follow a double rotation of 8 days on, 3 days off then 8 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Wages are hourly rate, depending on experience. To be considered you must: - provide a CV  (where possible, we will do a criminal check) - be physically fit - be able to pass a pre-employment drug test A warm 2...

Dairy Farm Assistant Location: Southland, New Zealand We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a modern dairy farm milking approximately 1,200 cows through a 60-bale rotary milking shed. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with livestock and wants to develop their dairy farming skills. Key Responsibilities Milking cows efficiently and maintaining high milk quality standards. Assisting with animal health, including identifying and treating sick or injured animals under supervision. Detecting cows on heat and assisting with mating and calving. Moving stock safely and handling cattle using low-stress techniques. Feeding cows and managing supplements according to farm requirements. Assisting with pasture allocation, break fencing, and grazing management. Operating and maintaining farm machinery and equipment safely. Cleaning and maintaining the...

Due to our current 2IC being unable to return to work for reasons beyond his control, we are looking for a new 2IC or a Farm Assistant willing to be trained into becoming a 2IC to join our small farm approx. 20 minutes from Gore. We milk 400 Friesian cows through a 40ASHB with ACR's, in-shed feeding and an auto draft gate.  Farm is family owned with the other farm being 5 minutes down the road, we try to work in together when needed. Our farm is run by the contract milkers (Husband and wife both on farm), and we employ one full time staff member. We will also have a relief milker this season. Calves are reared by contract milkers.  Work is mainly picking up calves, identifying and drafting out calved cows and springers, milking, getting cows in, putting up break fences, basic fencing, finding/treating animal health issues, shifting effluent pods, feeding out, mowing, pasture walks etc. You will be required to do other tasks as they arise such as shed maintenance, shifting stock...

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant position available on an 480-cow farm in the Edendale area, milking through a 40 Aside Herringbone shed. Experience is preferred but not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking twice a day shifting cows and feeding  fencing, weed control calving, calf rearing shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid   at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 10 days on, 3 days off for the rest of the year.  Salary is $88,200 per annum.  Candidates are required to provide good related references.  To be...