119 dairy herd manager jobs found

We have a position available for Dairy Herd Manager. The position is based in Winton area in Southland, New Zealand. This is full-time, permanent positions for at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 35 hours per week. The pay rate will be 25.50 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Oversees core aspects of daily farm operations, including the management of the dairy shed (milking), and may be responsible for animal health and other assigned duties. Takes ownership of daily routines such as milking, effluent handling, and feeding, ensuring they are carried out efficiently. Works independently and is capable of supervising and training other team members. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance productivity and contribute to the success of the farm. Applies efficient milking techniques and maintains high standards of hygiene across the dairy operation. Accurately records animal health treatments and resolves milk quality issues....

We have a position available for Dairy Herd Manager. The position based in Te Puke area in New Zealand This is full-time, permanent positions guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $25 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Oversees core aspects of daily farm operations, including the management of the dairy shed (milking) and may be responsible for animal health and other assigned duties. Takes ownership of daily routines such as milking, effluent handling, and feeding, ensuring they are carried out efficiently. Works independently and is capable of supervising and training other team members. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance productivity and contribute to the success of the farm. Applies efficient milking techniques and maintains high standards of hygiene across the dairy operation. Accurately records animal health treatments and resolves milk quality issues. Identifies and...

Job opportunity: 1 dairy herd managers for the 2025-2026 season.  Duties will include but not limited to  Getting cows in  milking  fencing  calf rearing tractor work  pasture knowledge must be able to work in certain patterns shed hygiene  Weed control  House hygiene  Experience in riding a 2-wheeler & a 4-wheeler  Following all health and safety policies  You must:  Be honest, reliable and hardworking  Able to work both in a team environment and unsupervised  Have initiative, be motivated and willing to learn Must be able to pass a drug test & we do random drug test throughout the season. Clean the facility after any movement in or out  MUST BE A NON-SMOKER AS WE GOT NO-SMOKING POLICY IMPLEMENTED ON THE FARM & IN THE HOUSES. Please submit your cover letter and CV including 2 references at least. Application without CV and references will not be contacted  No pets, No...

After 7 years with us one of our team members is retiring from the dairy industry, opening up an opportunity for someone new to join our farm team. We are looking for an experienced and capable Herd Manager to join us on a well-set-up, self-contained dairy farm milking 750–800 cows. This is a cow-focused role for someone who enjoys working with cows and takes pride in maintaining a high standard of animal care and performance. Working closely with the owners and other staff, you will be involved in the day-to-day management of the herd, along with other general farm tasks. What we offer: 750–800 cow, well-set-up self-contained farm Halter collars – no putting up reels or following cows! Excellent infrastructure and facilities Tidy, warm home located on farm Modern, well-maintained machinery and farm equipment You will: Be experienced in herd management and confident working with cows Have a sharp eye for cow health and general animal husbandry Be...

Please specify the following: Current visa conditions If you are currently overseas If you are applying on behalf of someone else We are looking for 1 dairy Herd Manager to join the team on our Split calving Dairy Farm milking 1850 cows in Temuka. *Job description: General farm duties will include but are not limited to: -Twice a day Milking: Morning and afternoon milking. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. -Feed: Controls weeds. Set up break fences. Assist with pasture management as directed by Farm Manager.  -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Team responsibilities: Contribute to an effective team working environment. Works well with others, building a strong team culture. -Environment: Assists with effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. -Health, safety: Comply with farm Health and Safety policies and...

We are looking for a Herd Manager who is passionate about pastural farming and caring for livestock.  We milk an 800 cow cross bred herd through a 50 aside herring bone shed. The normal daily tasks consists of milking, shifting the effluent irrigator, shifting break fences, moving cows, feeding supplements, helping with calf feeding, and all sorts of farm maintenance.  Skills required to apply for this position: A minimum of 3 years Dairy Herd Manager Experience Have great communication skills and a positive attitude towards learning new skills and mentoring staff Be familiar with machinery operation and maintenance Have a commitment to and implement best practices for health & safety Passion for animal welfare and efficient farm management Ability to work independently and as part of a team A strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude Key Responsibilities : Herd management – monitoring animal health, mating, calving,...

EXPERIENCED SENIOR FARM ASSISTANT /AND OR HERD MANAGER/2IC We are looking for someone with a minimum of 1 years NZ experience to join a team of 6 staff.  You will need experience preferably in a rotary cowshed.. We are a farm that takes pride in high levels of farm presentation, a genuine love for our cows with great animal health/repro/SCC.   So a genuine passion for working with cows and being in the industry is a must.   If you don't like spending your days around cows then don't apply. In shed technology (52 bail rotary)  includes Protrack, ACR's, In shed feeding, Cell Cense monitors and Affi Collars with auto drafting.  The farm is 420ha milking 1000 cows, Spring calving.   A mix of flat, rolling  and some steeper terrain.  Good infrastructure and machinery.    Roster and remuneration to be discussed and is based on experience.   Please apply with CV and two most recent dairy farming references.  We are unable to accommodate large families as our houses are...

Elite Farm Managers Position With Equity Potential – Manono Farm 970 Cows Cambridge   Manono farm manager’s position is located at 1/2881 Cambridge Road only ten minutes from Cambridge and Te Awamutu. The farm is 310ha effective milking platform and is operated under a high performing pasture-based system. This position has become available as the current equity manager has progressed to large scale 50-50 sharemilking opportunity. The successful applicant will be given a lot of autonomy with day to day management and must demonstrate experience and knowledge in the following disciplines: -              Recruit, develop and organise staff in a way that creates a strong team environment -              Technical and practical skill in feed budgeting and allocation. -              Financial budgeting ability and able to perform to budget. -              Stock management – Ability to create and implement SCC, Lameness, Heat detection and all...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 750-cow farm in the Bay of Plenty area. The farm is located approximately 25 minutes from Te Puke and operates a 60 Bail Rotary milking shed with a Protrack system. 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 46 and a maximum of 46. 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....

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

Kotare Pastoral Ltd is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced assistant Herd Manager  to join our team at Wicklow Farm, a well-established dairy support operation located on Gadsby Road, just outside Te Kuiti. An immediate start is available; however, we are committed to selecting the right candidate and are open to a later start date, including from 1 June. Wicklow Farm is a 360-hectare effective dairy platform, milking 1,000 cows through a modern and well-equipped 50-bale rotary shed including automatic cup removers and teat sprayer. The farm operates a hybrid milking system, utilizing both twice-a-day (TAD) and once-a-day (OAD) milking, with more than half the season fully on OAD. 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...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Herd Manager to join our team immediately. This role will involve milking and feeding cows, understanding the principles of animal health, good understanding of animal husbandry, pasture management and general farm maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 2-3 years previous experience on a NZ dairy farm and industry qualifications are an advantage . Must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enjoy working in a supportive team environment.  If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Our competitive remuneration package includes...

 To apply for this position, you must be a New Zealand Resident and have the legal right to work in New Zealand We are looking for an entry level dairy farm assistant to join our team. We are a small team milking 440 cows on a 145-hectare farm with modern rotary dairy, 5 minute’s drive from Featherston, 15minutes from Greytown & Martinborough. You will be working alongside us and a herd manager.  This position would ideally be suited to a school/ university leaver but could be negotiated to suit someone looking to change careers. Ideally you will have had some prior exposure to dairy farming and be prepared to take part in all farm activities.  Daily duties will include but not be limited to: ·        Milking cows ·        Assisting to feed Calves ·        Moving Break fences ·        Moving Irrigation and Effluent systems ·        Weed control ·        Assisting with general repairs and maintenance   We can offer some flexibility in hours...

Hi We are looking for an experienced motivated person to join our team. This is a Herd Manager role in Kennington less than 10km from Invercargill peak milking 600 cows through a 40 aside HB with ACR's and Halter! Must have A full drivers license Minimum of 1 month training or dairy experience. Good references, Great sense of humour, live in New Zealand currently and be able to pass a drug test. If you enjoy technology and don't enjoy following cows into the shed please apply

staff Requirements – 500-Cow Dairy Farm Farm Size: 240 hectares Herd Size: 500 cows Location: New Zealand 1. Second-in-Charge (2IC) The successful applicant must have solid dairy farming experience and be capable of running daily farm operations independently when required. Requirements and responsibilities: * Confidently carry out morning and afternoon milking independently. * Have good knowledge of cow health, mastitis detection, and SCC management. * Be experienced in tractor operation and farm machinery. * Understand pasture management, grazing rotations, and feed allocation. * Assist with calving, calf rearing, and animal health treatments. * Maintain farm equipment, fences, water systems, and troughs. * Help organise and supervise the Farm Assistant. * Follow farm procedures and maintain accurate records. * Be reliable, responsible, and able to work independently. 2. Farm Assistant The successful applicant must be hardworking, reliable, and capable of completing...

Milking 1100 cows through a 60-bale Rotary shed. You must have at least 1 year experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. You will hit the ground running. Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy 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. Guaranteed minimum 30 hours Hourly rate range between $33 - $35 You must have clear criminal records Pre employment and random drug testing You must be drug free No pets on farm You must live on farm due to the requirements of the job You must have a full clean driving license No smoking or vaping on farm

Farm Manager for June 2027– Western Southland Smithill Limited | Otautau, Southland Smithill Limited is a family owned dairy farming business operating four dairy farms across Western Southland, milking approximately 2,100 cows. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Farm Manager to join our team in June 2027, with the potential for multiple positions within our farming operation. We're looking for someone who is not only a capable dairy farmer but is also well organised, communicates effectively and takes genuine ownership of their farm's performance. About the role You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of your allocated dairy farm, working alongside our Dairy Operations Manager and wider farming team. Key responsibilities include: Managing daily farm operations, staff and workloads. Pasture management, feed planning and herd performance. Maintaining high standards of animal health, welfare and milk...

Contract milking opportunity Waitaki Plains, North Otago The Opportunity An exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day operation of Twin Terraces, our attractive, well-presented, family-owned dairy farm milking 1,330 cows on the Waitaki Plains. With excellent facilities and a high-performing herd, this role will suit a capable dairy operator who takes pride in their people, pasture management and farm performance. We are looking to build a positive, lasting working relationship. Twin Terraces is a pasture-first property, where pasture quality and utilisation are key to the farming system. The successful applicant will have: Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team and work openly with the farm owners. A proven track record in managing people, livestock, feed and farm systems to achieve strong production and profitability. Strong pasture management skills, with a focus on quality and utilisation. Integrity, attention...

Armstrong Farms is seeking an experienced and motivated Contract Milker to manage our well-established, family-owned 650-cow dairy farm near Ōpunakē, Taranaki. We operate two dairy farms and a drystock support block, with a focus on low-cost, efficient farming systems, strong farm performance and well-maintained properties. This is an opportunity for a capable Contract Milker to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a productive dairy farm, supported by an experienced Operations Manager and wider farming team. The Farm : The 230ha dairy farm milks a high index kiwi-cross herd through a centrally located 40-bail rotary cowshed with a Waikato milking plant. The farm operates a low-cost, pasture-based System 2–3, with a strong focus on pasture utilisation, cost control and sustainable production. The farm is well-equipped with labour-saving technology, including: Allflex SenseHub collars and automatic drafting gate Automatic cup removers &...

We are a high producing 700 cow farm set on 245Ha of stunning countryside just a couple of minutes’ drive to Tuatapere and about 50 mins to Invercargill.   We consider ourselves to be good employers due to the fact that our current herd manager has been with us for 5 years, however due to family reasons this person is now leaving us, so we have some big shoes to fill. We are now seeking a dairy farm assistant who we can train to the next level.  You must at 6 to 12 months experience and have strong milking skills.   We milk through a 50 bail rotary that has in-shed feeding and ACR.   We do encourage AGITO training.  Being able to drive a tractor will be an advantage  but not essential as we can teach you. In return we offer a competitive salary of between $25- $30 per hour including  accommodation and lovely 2.5 bedroom house is available, we also believe in having a very healthy work/life balance.  We guarantee a minimum of 30 hours per week.    We also offer a...