39 herd manager jobs found in Tokoroa

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join us for the season on our 685 cow dairy farm near Tokoroa. You must have 2 years or more NZ dairy farm experience and be of Herd Manager level.  Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance and weekly reporting will be required to be done.  You must have a high level of english, be reliable and smoke/ drug free with a valid driver license. salary package based on applicant capabilities. Accomodaton is a warm 3 bedroom home with a double garage attached and a fireplace + woodshed. *Please note, Any applicants must be NZ Residents or Citizens

We are looking for 1 reliable herd manager  Must have atleast 2 years experience  Experience includes  milking, fencing, spraying, animal treatment  day to day jobs  calving, mating experience  must be reliable, punctual, honest and trustworthy  must have no drug addiction and no criminal addiction  must be able to follow instructions and health and safety practices 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive farming operation in Tokoroa What we offer Competitive remuneration package 3 Bedroom house provided (NO DOGS) 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season  3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm infrastructure Opportunities for growth and career development  Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a focus on animal welfare Previous dairy farming experience  Strong animal husbandry skills  Drug-free and reliable  If you are looking for an...

Herd Manager Position – Dairy Farm (South Waikato) $33.56 – $35.05 | Minimum 30 hours/week guaranteed We are currently seeking a motivated and hardworking Herd Manager  to join our team on a well-run 972 ha dairy farm located in the Waotu area , just a 10–15 minute drive from Putaruru, Waikato . Our operation consists of five dairy units using both Herringbone and Rotary sheds , with twice-daily milking from June to Christmas and once-a-day milking through to May . About the Role We’re looking for an individual with practical experience and a proactive attitude, who will be responsible for daily milking, managing animal health including mastitis, pasture management, shed operations and daily farm duties. Key Responsibilities Milking cows confidently through Rotary or Herringbone sheds Identifying and treating mastitis and other common animal health issues Setting up paddocks and managing pasture accurately Operating...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a 1,000-cow split-calving, System 5 dairy farm. This role is primarily focused around the dairy shed and calving operations, with an emphasis on animal health and welfare. Key Responsibilities Checking springer cows and identifying cows close to calving. Assisting with calving and providing appropriate care to cows and calves. Treating sick cows as directed and maintaining accurate treatment records. Supporting herd health and ensuring high animal welfare standards. Operating a telehandler safely for daily farm tasks. Driving and operating a mixer wagon to prepare and feed stock. Assisting with general farm duties as required. What We're Looking For Experience working with dairy cows, particularly during calving. Confidence in identifying and treating common animal health issues. Experience operating a telehandler and mixer wagon (or willingness to learn). Good...

40 ASHB Milk Cows, Animal Health Management,  Fencing , Spraying Weed and general farm duties. Minimum of 3 years Dairy Farm Experience Has Halter bit of knowledge is an advantage. If you have a willingness to turn up and work and want to learn. We are happy to take on a New to farming applicant. Rolling to Flat contour.  3 Bedroom House available. NO DOGS Marotiri Primary School 6km with bus at driveway. Taupo 33km and Kinloch Lake 14km away.  Please apply through Farm Source with References and a Resume

Herd Manager – Dairy Farm (440 Cows) Salary: $82,000–$84,000 per annum Start: This Season We are a family-run dairy farm seeking a motivated and capable Herd Manager to join our team. You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day management of our 440-cow herd, milked through a 38-aside herringbone shed, and support the smooth running of our 152 ha flat-to-rolling property. What We Offer Roster: 8 days on / 3 days off, followed by 8 days on / 2 days off Hours: Guaranteed minimum 30 hours, averaging around 48 hours per week Salary: $82,000–$84,000 depending on experience Supportive, hands-on family farming environment Opportunity to build your dairy career and develop further herd management skills Role Responsibilities Overseeing daily herd health, behaviour, and production Milking 440 cows through a 38-aside herringbone shed with ACRs Managing and monitoring animal health treatments, calving, and feeding...

We have a job for a dairy farm assistant who must have 2 + years dairy farm experience and be a resident/citizen as employer will not be accredited . This is for a 730-cow farm in the Matamata area, 55 minutes from Hamilton & Tauranga, milking through an 54 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, analysing data through Halter ag technology 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 40 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you...

Harlaw Downs Ltd is seeking a reliable, motivated team member with a positive attitude to join our team as a Herd Manager on our progressive dairy farm milking approximately 800-850 cows in Reporoa. The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day management of the farm, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, calving, mating, pasture management, farm maintenance, record keeping and supervising staff when required. The role also involves operating and maintaining farm vehicles and machinery, maintaining a clean and hygienic dairy, and ensuring compliance with health and safety, environmental and animal welfare standards. Remuneration $31.00–$36.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Permanent, full-time position. Minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week (additional hours during peak seasons). Shared accommodation is available in a three-bedroom farmhouse on the property. Applicants must have: A minimum of 2 years' full-time dairy...

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   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   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

Herd Manager | Cambridge | 550 cows | Kiwi team, 50 bale rotary w ACRs. In-Shed feeding, Protrack, Milk Meters, Cow Manager, PastureIO and Auto calf-feeder. 12mins from Cambridge, 3-Bedroom brick home. All kiwi team, modern equipment, easy contour, everything is well maintained & just mins from Lake Karapiro. We believe in looking after our people, animals, land, and equipment. And believe that it IS possible to get home in time to enjoy a decent evening before it’s time to get up and do it all over again.  House tour: Walk-through House Tour Farm videos/photos: Taane Farm What you'll be doing:   Milking, feeding, and overseeing general animal health Pasture and effluent management Leading and supporting junior team members Farm maintenance and machinery operation Assisting with farm planning and record-keeping Upholding health, safety, and compliance standards This job is for you if:   You’re on-to-it and...

We are looking for a reliable, conscious and adaptable Herd Manager for our small family-run farm located in a prime position between Hamilton and Cambridge and close to SH1. Your responsibilities will include sole charge milking 170 cows in a 25 aside Herringbone shed, feeding out, spraying, animal husbandry, mating and calving. We are looking for someone with 2+ years NZ Dairy experience who is confident to work independently on all above tasks but is also able to follow instruction, health and safety practices and use initiative. Requirements also include having a clear criminal record and being drug free (Pre-employment and random drug testing may apply) Sorry we are not a Accredited employer 

Are you passionate about dairy farming and ready to contribute to a thriving grass-based operation? PB11 Farms Limited is seeking a dedicated Herd Manager to join our team at Kakaho Dairy Farm, located just 15 minutes from Whakamaru and 35 minutes from Taupō. Our 404-hectare rolling-to-flat farm runs as a System 2 operation with a peak herd of 1200 cows. We milk 50% once-a-day (OAD) and 50% twice-a-day (TAD) from the start, switching fully to OAD by the end of December. About the Role As a Herd Manager, you'll play a key part in our day-to-day operations, working with minimal supervision alongside our team of 5 staff members. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, while assisting with milk quality issues and maintaining dairy hygiene. Moving and handling animals safely, identifying and diagnosing health issues, assisting with treatments, and preventing future problems. Handling, moving, and...

Manage the day-to-day care and welfare of the dairy herd. Carry out milking efficiently while maintaining high milk quality and hygiene standards. Monitor animal health, identify sick or injured animals, and administer basic treatments or report issues promptly. Assist with calving Move stock safely between paddocks and assist with grazing management. Operate and maintain milking equipment and farm machinery safely. Maintain farm facilities, fences, water systems, and general farm infrastructure. Keep accurate records of animal health, milk production, treatments, and farm activities. Follow all farm health and safety policies and maintain a clean and safe work environment. please email your cv to [email protected]   please don't apply from overseas    No visa support available

Herd Manager – Modern Goat Dairy (10 mins from Hamilton) We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Herd Manager to join our dedicated team on a beautiful 110-hectare goat farm. Located just 10 minutes from Hamilton, this is an excellent opportunity to work with modern infrastructure and grow your career in a niche agricultural sector. The Role: You will play a key part in the daily operations of our 1700 -strong goat herd. Milking Operations: Assisting with milking twice daily through our modern 80-bale rotary shed. General Farm Maintenance: Supporting the team with varied tasks including fencing, weed control, and yard work. Animal Welfare: Monitoring health and ensuring high standards of animal husbandry. Operating Machinery: Scraping out, feeding out, weed spraying ect. About You: We value a positive attitude and a genuine interest in the industry. The ideal candidate will have: Dairy Experience: Some previous experience in dairy farming is...

2 Herd Managers – Dairy Farm (Tirau, Waikato) STZ Farming Limited is seeking a motivated Herd Managers to join our progressive dairy farming business located near Tirau, Waikato. Our System 4 farm milks approximately 650 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed on 200 hectares. We use modern equipment, well-established farm systems, and are committed to high standards of animal welfare and farm performance. About the Role The Herd Manager will work alongside the contractor and be responsible for managing one herd and one side of the farm. The successful applicant must be capable of carrying out day-to-day farm operations with minimal supervision and assisting with the efficient operation of the farm. Key Responsibilities Milking and dairy shed operations Animal health monitoring and livestock care Calving assistance and calf rearing Feeding and pasture management Tractor and farm machinery operation Farm maintenance and fencing Farm record...

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join us for the season on our 700 cow dairy farm 20min from Whakatane. Milking in a 44 bail rotary shed with some automation and a feedpad. You must have a minimum of 1 year or more NZ dairy farm experience and be of Herd Manager level.  Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance.  You must be reliable and smoke/ drug free. Full drivers licence. No pets. Please apply with an up to date CV with current references.

Ready to hit the ground running? We're looking for a motivated Farm Assistant or Herd Manager to join our team on a 460-cow dairy farm . With calving about to begin, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a busy, hands-on role and wants to make an immediate impact. We have genuine reasons for advertising at this stage of the season and are looking for the right person to become part of our supportive team. About the Farm 460-cow dairy herd 145-hectare flat farm 36-aside herringbone dairy Supportive team environment with a strong focus on animal welfare and health & safety Key Responsibilities Your duties will include, but are not limited to: Daily milking Identifying and treating mastitis, and recognising other animal health issues Maintaining excellent shed hygiene High standards of stockmanship and animal care Effluent management General farm maintenance Assisting with calving...

Milking 650 cows through a 47 aside HB Shed  3 years of experience is needed  job is available only for 3 months  contact 02102691287

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join our team. Based in Mercer our farm is made up of three dairy farms of around 300 hectares each on flat to rolling land milking between 850-1000 cows in each unit through a 60-bail rotary.  You will be part of a supportive team, working in a learning environment where you can develop your skills and gain valuable experience. Daily Tasks Milking a herd of 1,000 dairy cows Monitoring animal health and welfare Weed Control and Effluent Management Feed out to stock, crops and supplement management Supervising and coordinating farm staff Operating and maintaining farm machinery safely General Farm duties and fencing   The Candidate You will be a team player that enjoys working in a close-knit environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following: Minimum 3 years experience in same or similar role Excellent stockmanship Strong communication and organisational skills...