5 experienced herd manager jobs found

Job Description We are seeking an experienced farm worker with 1 Year of Farm Experience on to work as a Herd Manager on a 400-cow farm in the Ektahuna area. The farm is located approximately 10 minutes from Pahiatua and operates a 34 Aside Herringbone milking shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including. - 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 35, with an maximum of 40. 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; Roster will be 6 days on, 1 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $33.00 to $35.50 per hour,...

2,500 cows  l  2x 80 BR  l  760 ha effective Our client operates a high-performing dairy farming enterprise in the Manawatu/Whanganui region on 760 ha effective, providing an excellent environment for farmers wanting to build their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, milking approximately 2,500 this operation runs through 2x modern 80 bale rotary cowsheds with plenty of automation.   You'll gain exposure to modern farming practices, large-scale operations, and industry-leading systems while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with experienced team members to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while...

Milk for Rent / Farm Assistant / Herd Manager | Manawatu We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and motivated person to join our team on a well-run 650-cow dairy farm in the Manawatu. We milk 650 calm Friesian-cross cows in a pasture-based system, and we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and genuinely enjoys working with cows. This position could suit someone looking for a Milk for Rent, Farm Hand or Herd Manager role, depending on experience and what you are looking for. What We Are Looking For The successful applicant will have: A genuine passion for working with cows and good animal husbandry. Good stock sense  High standards of cow care, cleanliness and hygiene. An eye for detail and pride in doing a job properly. A clean, tidy and organised approach to their work. A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in. The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Good...

Dairy Herd Manager – Full Time, Permanent We’re seeking a Dairy Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow irrigated farm just north of Hunterville, in the Rangitīkei district. This is a full-time, permanent role on an 5 on, 2 off, 6 on 1 off roster. You’ll be based in a well-managed herringbone shed, working as part of a larger, coordinated operation with another nearby 450-cow property. The role focuses on daily milking, herd health, reproduction, and pasture management, with responsibility for guiding junior staff and keeping accurate records. If you have a passion for stock work, an eye for detail, and want to grow your career on a well-run, progressive farm, we’d like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manage daily milking routines and maintain plant hygiene Monitor and treat animal health issues such as mastitis and lameness Assist with calving, mating, and young stock development Assist in feed allocation and pasture monitoring using farm...

1,500 cows   I  80 BR   I  Manawatu, NZ Modern Systems.  Strong Support.  Career Growth Are you an experienced dairy leader looking for your next challenge on a high-performing, large-scale operation? An exciting opportunity is available for a capable Dairy Unit Manager to lead the day-to-day performance of a 1,500-cow dairy unit in the Rangitikei region.  Starting January 2027 (with the potential to commence earlier for the right person), this role offers the chance to join a progressive dairy business with strong systems, modern infrastructure, and genuine long-term career opportunities. Operating a modern 80-bale rotary dairy with Halter technology, you'll work closely with an Operations Manager while taking responsibility for the daily management of the farm and team.  With another large-scale dairy unit nearby, there is excellent scope for future growth and progression within the wider business. Key Responsibilities As Dairy Unit Manager, you will...