11 experienced herd manager jobs found

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...

We are seeking an honest and reliable Herd Manager to join our team on our dairy farm in the Southland Region. Key tasks and responsibilities: • Run the dairy shed and manage an efficient and hygienic milking routine, including maintaining shed hygiene and plant wash procedures. • Maintain milk quality by identifying and resolving issues such as high somatic cell counts and mastitis, and record all animal treatments. • Handle stock safely and monitor herd health, body condition and welfare, identifying, treating and reporting animal health issues. • Assist with calving, mating and herd testing, and maintain accurate herd records. • Allocate daily feed in line with the farm feed plan, set break fences and feed out supplements. • Monitor pasture cover and control weeds and pests to maintain pasture quality. • Assist with nutrient, effluent and water management, including operating and monitoring the effluent...

We are on the lookout for a farm assistant to join our team. Due to 1 staff member moving away, we are looking for someone with at least 6 months dairy farm experience. Start date will be as soon as possible. We milk 1000 cows through a 50 bail rotary with automatic cup removers, drafting and teat spray. Key tasks:  Bringing cows in for milking, milking and teat spraying. Cleaning the milking shed, yards and equipment. Feeding stock, setting up break fences and checking water supplies. Monitoring animal health, reporting concerns and assisting with treatment as directed. Helping with calving, calf rearing and mating as required. Assisting with effluent management. Carrying out general farm maintenance, including fencing and basic equipment care The farm is located in Ryal Bush, Southland. 10 minutes from Winton and Invercargill. Accommodation is available, 2 bedroom warm house with heat pump ....

We are seeking an Assistant Herd Manager with at least 2 years of current New Zealand dairy farm experience to work on our 600-cow farm in South Hillend. The farm is located approximately 10 minutes from Winton and 40 minutes from Invercargill, milking through a 54-bale rotary shed equipped with ACRs, auto teat spray, and in-shed feed. Cows wintered off farm in June & July to Mossburn (30 minutes drive from the main farm, the employer will provide a vehicle for travelling), where we go every day to feed them. System 2 farm with good infrastructure for the smooth running of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to grow their skills and work closely alongside both the contract milker and ops manager in a supportive environment. We will help the right candidate to progress in the industry and also encourage them to take primary ITO courses and other events from industry partners. Key responsibilities and tasks: Carry out daily milking routines,...

Ideally looking for a hardworking and motivated couple. Would consider a capable single individual and would continue to look to fill the second position- milking/general farm work. Minimum of 2 years dairy experience in New Zealand. Must be in NZ currently and able to attend an interview in person. Ideally capable tractor/machine operator.  11:3 roster. Honest, reliable, punctual. Must have excellent previous work history with supporting references. Applications by farm source website in the first instance please.

We are a high producing 700 cow farm set on 228Ha of stunning countryside just 20 mins drive to Invercargill.     We consider ourselves to be good employers who offer a healthy work/life balance to our employees. We work well as a team, we communicate and we get the job done.   Our cows are in excellent health, and we intend to keep them that way, so you must possess strong animal husbandry skills, be able to work unsupervised, and you must have strong initiative, if you see something that needs doing, then do it, if you break something, tell someone, its simple really.   We are more than happy to further train the right person, but you must be willing to learn and be serious about growing a career in the dairy industry.   We do encourage AGITO training.   Being able to drive a tractor will be an advantage.   We milk our cows through a 54-bail rotary with ACR etc. In return we offer a competitive salary of between $28 - $30 per hour and a minimum of 30 hours per week, as...

Herd Manager wanted to lead a team of 3 on a 750 cow farm near Balfour. 60 bail rotary with in-shed feeding, auto cup remover and auto draft. You must have at least 2 years of New Zealand dairy farming experience, understanding of the basic animal health and pasture management, willingness to learn, attention to details and a can do attitude.

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Southland. Previous experience preferred. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Assists with efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $26 - $28 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record and current drivers licence. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Please apply with a current CV and 2 work related references

We’re looking for a capable herd manager to join our 50 50 sharemilking operation milking around 650 cows. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility within a well-run system. The role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys dairy farming and wants responsibility rather than just being given a list of jobs. About us We run a modern well-presented farm with a great 54 bail rotary with ACR's and protrack. We have herd home wintering barns which our mixed age cows winter in and a support block 10min away where the youngstock are kept. We will be in our 2nd season with Halter, so yes, no fences or following cows! And as such, we have a very high emphasis on pasture management. This is a fantastic opportunity to upskill at that. This will be our 10th season sharemilking the property, it's a great farm with supportive farm owners. We have pasture first approach, with in shed feeding to fill the gaps. We focus on doing the basics well, and are always looking for small...

We are seeking a 2IC or Herd Manager on a 600-cow farm located approximately 15-20 minutes west of Invercargill, milking through a 40 Aside Herringbone shed with ACR's and an in shed feed system. You must have a passion for cows and animals and enjoy working outside. Plus a friendly can-do attitude, a willingness to learn and be flexible, take pride in your work, be honest and reliable and maintain a clean and tidy home. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including:   - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - Stock handling and feeding - Fencing, maintenance and weed control - Calving and helping out with calf rearing -  Tractor operation for feeding out, fertiliser, mowing and ground work - Monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. -Further learning and growing is supported and encouraged Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 45 and a maximum of 60. Roster is...

FARM ASSISTANT & HERD MANAGER Falcon Trust Partnership | Balfour, Southland Due to a staff injury, we are seeking a reliable Farm Assistant and Herd Manager to join our team. Immediate start available. What we offer: Flexible placement options in a herringbone or rotary shed. Well-equipped sheds with ACRs, in-shed feeding and automatic teat spraying. Tidy housing supplied. 8-on, 2-off, 8-on, 3-off roster during the season and 6-on, 1-off during calving . What we are looking for: Good stock sense, quiet cow handling and a commitment to animal welfare. Ability to identify mastitis, lameness and other animal health concerns, report issues promptly and follow treatment instructions. Safe, confident operation of two-wheel farm motorbikes and quad bikes. Reliable milking routines, good shed hygiene and accurate record keeping. A positive attitude, good communication and pride in keeping the farm tidy....