27 dairy herd manager jobs found

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...

Job Description Purpose of the position: 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. Milking: Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keeps the farm dairy hygienic. Records health treatments and solves milk quality problems. -Carries out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct techniques. • Helps set up dairy prior to milking and on-time • Milks cows efficiently and safely, as directed • Uses backing gate well • Teat sprays well • Marks cows well -Assists with solving milk quality problems, as per instructions in farm policy manual. • Understands the cost and implications of grading milk and high somatic cell counts • Helps manage ‘dirty...

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...

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...

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

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Herd Manager to join a progressive dairy farming operation managing an 800-cow dairy herd milked through two dairy sheds. Farm Details 800 cows 20 Aside Herringbone Shed 36 Aside Herringbone Shed Roster: 11 days on, 3 days off Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week On-farm accommodation available and preferred due to the responsibilities of the role Key Responsibilities Milking and dairy shed operations Animal health monitoring and treatments Heat detection and mating management Pasture and feed allocation Calving and young stock management Farm maintenance and machinery operation Record keeping and compliance requirements Maintaining a high standard of shed hygiene and farm presentation What We're Looking For Minimum 1  years dairy farming experience Strong animal husbandry skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication and organisational skills...

Come and join a great dairy goat farm team! We are looking for a reliable, practical and motivated 2IC to join our dairy goat farm team. We milk approximately 1,150 goats through a 90-bale rotary on a well-presented 90-hectare farm. The previous Herd Manager has progressed into another role within the business, creating an opportunity for a new 2IC to join the team and work alongside the Herd Managers in the day-to-day running of the farm. The Role This is a hands-on role covering a wide range of farm duties, including: Milking Feeding goats Animal health and welfare Operating and maintaining farm machinery General farm and property maintenance Effluent management Keeping the farm, milking shed and work areas clean and tidy Working with the Herd Managers and wider team to get the daily jobs done About You We are looking for someone who: Has dairy farming or livestock experience...

Herd Manager – TAUPO We are seeking a skilled and motivated Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in dairy farming, minimum 1 year farming experience on a New Zealand dairy farm and strong practical skills. Key Responsibilities Daily milking and dairy hygiene Monitoring and maintaining animal health Assisting with calving and reproduction tasks Pasture and feed management Effluent system operation and environmental compliance Machinery and vehicle operation Supporting junior staff and contributing to a positive team culture Minimum Requirements Minimum one year experience on a New Zealand dairy farm  Strong understanding of NZ dairy systems and animal welfare standards Ability to work independently and follow farm procedures Good communication skills and reliability Must pass a pre‑employment drug test...

WE are looking for an Amazing HERD MANAGER. 📍  Location: Waitoa 3380 📅  Start date:  19th December 2026 🐄  Herd size: 500 cows 🏡  Accommodation: Provided. About the Position We are looking for an experienced, reliable and hardworking Herd Manager to join our fantastic team. The successful applicant must have strong practical dairy farming knowledge, excellent stockmanship skills and the ability to manage daily farm operations efficiently while following company policies and health and safety procedures. Love for cows is a must. Please note WE are a free smoke environment. Key Responsibilities Manage daily milking operations. Identify sick cows early and recognise signs of illness. Have practical knowledge of mastitis treatment, lame cow management and down-cow care. Monitor herd health, mating, calving, body condition and reproductive performance. Maintain accurate animal treatment records and...

Located 20 minutes to Te Awamutu, our organic, system 2, 460 cow dairy unit milks through a 60 bale rotary with ACRs and Milk Hub.  We are passionate about looking after our animals and providing a supportive work environment for our staff. We are seeking a Herd Manager to join our team for a start in early 2026. Our ideal applicant will have an obvious passion for the industry and be keen to learn & progress in it, excellent animal health & husbandry (having a knowledge of organics would be an advantage) and all general on farm skills, including good tractor experience. Great communication & a 'can do' attitude are a must.  The remuneration package offered for the successful applicant will be $25-33/hr for a minimum 30 and maximum 58 hours per week. This is paid weekly.   The roster is 11 on / 3 off.  Duties & Responsibilities include: Milking, Animal Health, Plant & Machinery Maintenance, Tractor Work, Irrigation/Effluent, Stock Work, Calf Rearing,...

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated 2IC / Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow dairy farm in Ohinewai, North Waikato. We milk through a 30-aside herringbone shed on a mix of flat and rolling pasture. The position is available to start on 20 November 2026 . You will work alongside the Farm Manager and relief milking staff, helping with the day-to-day running of the farm. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about dairy farming and looking to develop their skills and progress within the industry, with potential opportunities to grow within our wider farming business. Roster 11 days on, 3 days off through the main part of the season. 12 days on, 2 days off during calving and mating. Accommodation A three-bedroom house with a double garage is available. This position could also suit a couple, with the opportunity for your partner to undertake relief milking if interested. About you We are looking for someone who is:...

We are looking for a progressive herd manager for the 2025/2026 season. The job is located at Te Kauwhata Waikato The dairy platform is 220ha, peak milking is 685 cows through a 48a side HB shed. As Herd Manager, you will be in charge of and responsible for the dairy sheds. You will be expected to: • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness to a high standard. • Implement, Monitor and Report on animal Health, Calving and Mating Plans. • Identify and treat animal Health problems. • Management of soil, nutrients, effluent and water to meet environmental regulations. • Support and training of staff and students to further their development. • Safely use and maintain farm vehicles and machinery. We have a zero-tolerance drug policy and use both pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing. Applicant must have good tractor skills and must have at least one year of New Zealand dairy experience  contact 02102691287 Please apply with your most recent referees 

Herd Manager 2250-Cows Winter Milking Farm We are contract milking on large scale operation and looking for Herd Manager   to join our team on a large, modern, well-run operation. Farm Overview 2250 cows – System 5 Fully autumn calving Winter milking operation 800 ha effective 60-bale rotary with ECRs Automatic teat spray Milk Hub, Automatic drafting, Halter Wintering barns for 1000 cows Rear 550+ replacements 5–6 herds year-round Winter and summer crops Maize grown on farm Accommodation Yes Available, Negotiations (based on requirements) No pets , no smoking, no vaping, no drugs Regular testing and inspections apply Roster 6 on 1 off, 5 on 2 off (subject to change as per requirements) can be negotiated  Minimum 40 guaranteed hours, 55 maximum hours. Remuneration Competitive pay package or hourly Additional benefits (bonuses, allowances) Role Overview This position offers...

We have a great opportunity for a progressive and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Herd Manager. Our farm is situated at Walton, 10 minutes’ drive from Matamata and 15 from Morrinsville. We milk 1100 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed complete with automatic cup removers, drafting gate and in shed meal feeder. The system we run is predominantly grass based with feed used on the shoulders of the season. This opportunity would best be suited to an individual looking to learn and develop in the dairy industry who has a desire to improve on their current farming skills and practises as well. Through references we require proven attributes in time management, common sense and a good adaptable attitude to work. A high standard of cleanliness for both the cow shed and provided accommodation will also be a must. At least two full season’s farming experience is required for this position. The successful applicant will be working alongside 4 other experienced full time...

WE ARE LOOKING FOR 2IC/ HERD MANAGER  WHO WANTS TO TAKE ON THIS ROLE. FARM IS GENTLE ROLLING TO SOME STEEP GROUND MILKING 450 COWS RUNNING A 40 ASIDE HERRINGBONE WITH FEED PAD ATTACHED. NICE HOUSING AVAILABLE. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BUT NOT LIMITED TO  DAY TO DAY OPERATIONAL DUTIES INCLUDING MILKING, WEEDS, MAINTENANCES, FENCING ETC. REPORT TO FARM MANAGER  HAVE A LEARNING ATTITUDE. FEEDING OUT AND CROP UTILIZATION.  MAINTAINING DAIRY DIARY RECORDS. COULD BE BIGGER OPPORTUNITY NEXT YEAR FOR RIGHT PERSON  YOU MUST HAVE A RIGHT TO WORK ON NEWZEALAND AND  FULL DRIVING LICENSE 

to help run 200 cow dairy farm plus dry stock  in the Te kauwhata area  

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 have a Dairy Farm Assistant role available on a 500-cow farm in the Te Kauwhata area, milking through a 28 Bail Rotary 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, with an average of 40 and a maximum of 45. 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 6 days on, 2 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $26.07 - $29.57 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates are required...

Farm Manager – System 1 Jersey Herd, Te Aroha We’re looking for a skilled, well-organised Farm Manager to run our 520-cow Jersey operation on 160 ha. We run a System 1, all-grass farm with a clear focus on high pasture utilisation, low cost and high profit. If you love growing and harvesting grass well, and you take pride in healthy, well-cared-for stock, this could be the job for you. About the farm We’re currently owner-operators and would like to step back we live on the farm and help out during busy periods 520 Jersey cows on 160 ha, System 1 (all grass, no bought-in feed ) Heifers milked once-a-day from the start of calving; whole herd on OAD from Christmas All culls gone in January 72-bail rotary shed with ACRs and auto drafter CowManager for heat detection and herd health monitoring Key responsibilities Applying sound pasture management principles to maximise grass growth and utilisation Weekly...

We are a100% autumn calving farm milking 450 cows through a 44 bale rotary. We are located in Pukeatua, between Putaruru and Te Awamutu. We have excellent facilities with the 44 bale rotary being a one person shed with inshed feeding, cup removers and auto teat spray. We have a covered 450 cow feedpad and up to date plant & machinery. We utilize cow manager ear tags to assist with mating and cow health. We are looking for a 2IC to work alongside the farm owner to help complete all daily tasks. We have an excellent roster of 4 on: 1 off then 7 on 2 off (equivalent to 11-3) and 6 on 1 off for 5/6 weeks over calving. We have a 4-bedroom house with garage available. Expectations for this roll include: -          To have at least 3 years’ experience -         Essential to have experience milking in a rotary cowshed solo -          Competent in the main areas of animal health –Mastitis detection, assisting down cows and                      treating sick cows -...