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Role Overview   We are seeking a motivated and experienced  Second in Charge (2IC)  to join our team. This role is a vital hands-on leadership position. You will work closely with the farm owners to oversee daily operations and you will have full operational responsibility for the farm when the owners are off. The dairy is a 22 aside herringbone with cup removers and in shed feed system. A 2700 sqm composting barn is under construction.   Key Responsibilities Herd Management & Stockmanship Milking Operations:  Leading efficient, high-standard milking routines and maintaining excellent shed hygiene. Animal Health:  Identifying, treating, and recording animal health issues, mastitis, and lameness. Breeding & Calving:  Assisting with heat detection, AI preparation, calving intervention, and calf rearing.   Feed & Pasture Management Pasture Allocation:  Executing the grazing plan,...

Join a collaborative, high performing team Accommodation included Health and life insurance Great location – Just outside of Westport THE OPPORTUNITY Join the collaborative, high-performing team on our Dairy farm and gain hands-on experience across all areas of modern dairy farming. You’ll assist with tasks from milking, calving, and feeding stock to effluent management, spraying, and fencing, while learning the skills - including shed and animal health management, mating plans, and moving stock. This is a hands-on role for someone with a passion for farming, and a desire to grow their career in a collaborative, supportive environment.   ABOUT YOU You’re enthusiastic, hands-on, and ready to contribute to the team’s success. You’re eager to learn, develop your skills, and make a real impact on the farm. Ideally, you’ll also have: Experience in a similar dairy farming role, or a strong interest in developing one Good...