4 herd manager jobs found

Douglas Farms (ITR Ag Ltd) is seeking a motivated and committed Farm Assistant / Herd Manager to join our progressive dairy operation based in Whangārei. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, well-established team focused on high standards of animal care, farm performance, and workplace culture. Our farm can milk up to 550 cows through a 36-bale rotary - and operates with fully integrated Halter technology, reducing the need for traditional break fencing and stock movement by motorbike. This position is ultimately a fixed term role to May 2027, but could be longer term (for the right person). The proposed start date is from 1st Nov 2026, however flexibility is available for the right applicant. Roster The role operates on a double rotation roster: 8 days on / 2 days off (Tuesday & Wednesday) 8 days on / 3 days off (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) This provides a three-day weekend every third weekend and five days...

Dairy Farm 2IC – Ready to Step Up? Te Kōpuru, Northland | 300 Cows | Autumn-Calving Herd Looking for your next step in dairy farming? We're looking for a capable, motivated person to join our 300-cow dairy farm near Te Kōpuru as our 2IC. You'll work directly alongside the owner, helping with the day-to-day running of the farm and taking responsibility when required. We're open to an experienced 2IC or a strong dairy assistant who's ready to step up, take on more responsibility and develop their skills. Why You'll Like Working Here A roster you can plan around – 10 days on, 4 days off throughout the year, including calving. Flexible milking routines – twice-a-day milking for around seven months of the year, with a more flexible approach for the remainder of the season. A four-bedroom house – on-farm accommodation with plenty of space for you and your family. Modern technology – Halter collars and virtual fencing to help...

PLEASE do not apply if you aren't in New Zealand . We are not accredited so also don't apply if you have an accredited employer visa  Our current 2ic has stepped up and is now manager. We are looking for someone to support him . You must be able to efficiently milk , be aware of animal health issues and treat them, be able to pass a shed inspection and be competent in completing dairy dairy. Minda, halter . You also must be able to  drive a tractor on hills, (dairy platform is mostly flat/rolling) feed out,  and able to carry out general farm maintenance. We are an organic, regenerative farm also with 200 head of beef. Organic experience is not necessary but would be an advantage .Animal health and pasture management are priorities (using halter ) owners are not on farm so you must be reliable and able to work without supervision . The job comes with a 2/3 bedroom barn/house with a separate garage and shed  . We pay power ,sim card and Internet too . We are 12 mins from...

600-Cow 50/50 Sharemilking Opportunity | Dargaville, Northland  Just 10 km from Dargaville this well-established dairy business offers the opportunity to operate two neighbouring farms situated only 1 km apart.    There are currently 600 Friesian cows milking full season once a day, producing around 185,000 kgMS under a split calving regime. The farm has previously achieved 225,000 kgMS from 700 cows milked OAD, demonstrating farm potential.    The preferred arrangement is for one operator to manage both farms, although alternative structures will be considered for the right applicant.    The Farm   Farm 1   130 effective hectares   Approximately 250-280 cows   200 kgMS winter milk supply contract   26-aside herringbone dairy   36-hectare runoff located 1 km from the milking platform   Farm 2   180 hectares...