21 assistant manager 2ic jobs found in Ashburton

We are seeking a 2IC to replace our great staff member who is moving on to a managers position next season. We milk approx 980 cows through a 60 bail rotary with ACR's, Protrack and Allflex collars. Applicant must be reliable, enthusiastic and trustworthy with strong animal health and feeding knowledge. Must be able to help lead a team, support the farm manager and run the farm in his absence. The farm is well set up with modern, well maintained equipment and infrastructure. Salary based on experience with great workers well looked after. Start date flexible from mid May. 

We are on the lookout for an Assistant Manager to join us on our 550-cow farm starting on the 1st June. This role is for someone who is a team player, reliable, great work ethic, keenness to learn, and good sense of humour.   Your role will be to support the Contract Milker in the day-to-day operation of the farm along with working closely with our herd manager. Responsibilities will be but not limited to pasture management, feed budgeting, irrigation, heat detection, fencing, tractor work including feeding silage and mowing, spreading fertiliser, weed control, animal health and wellbeing, milking, responsible for maintaining a tidy and presentable farm/cow shed whilst continuing a grade free status.   It is a well-established dairy farm with good facilities in a traditional dairy area. The farm is 145ha and dairy support block located within 10km. The cows are milked through a 54-bale rotary cowshed with Protrack. Over the last few years, the cows have produced an...

"Applicant must be in New Zealand" We are looking for a motivated Assistant Manager (2IC) to join our team next season 2025/2026 and there is potential to become a Farm Manager in the near future. Our ideal candidate would have a minimum of 5 years' experience at a 2IC level and can work with the Protrack and Minda. Applicant must have a great work attitude, honest and reliable. It is important to us that any employee can work within a multicultural environment, so it is vital that our employees accept and respect each other despite our differences. We have a zero tolerance to drugs so to keep everyone safe we have pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing on farm, whilst we do this frequently it is to ensure we keep a safe farm. A third-party company is used for this. To apply for the role please send us a cv and cover letter. Key responsibilities : To assist Contract Milker for the day-to-day operation of dairy farm. Duties include: -Maximizing Herd...

Are you enthusiastic about dairy farming and wanting to progress in the industry? Are you highly skilled in the key areas of dairy farm operation? Whether you are an experienced 2IC looking for change, or a senior staff member ready to take the next step, you could be just the person to fit into our team as an Assistant Manager/2IC. In return for your dedication and hard work you will be given a very competitive remuneration package and a team environment where people are valued, encouraged and supported to achieve high standards. We are looking for someone who is an: Excellent team member Great communicator Skilled with pasture management Able to identify/record/treat health issues Confident with hoof trimming Knowledge to operate machinery safely Calf rearing opportunities for partner if required. *IMPORTANT* To be considered for this role, you need to already be located in New Zealand and be eligible to work in New Zealand.  A current CV must be uploaded to...

We are seeking an Assistant Manager / 2IC for the remainder of the season and the future,who is looking for an extra challenge and opportunity to grow and develop their management skills this position will progress into a management position for the right person. This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen to grow within the industry and continue their development, working closely alongside the contract milker. You will be responsible for running and managing the shed, including detecting and treating mastitis and lameness. You must be confident to work unsupervised and able to take charge when the contract milker is absent, and have excellent communication skills with staff and the contract milker. A minimum of 3 years’ experience on New Zealand dairy farms and a least 1 year in a senior role is required, and experience with in-shed feeding would be beneficial. And you will have gained level 3, 4 (or proven near completion) Primary ITO dairy farming qualification. You...

We are contract milkers milking 630 cows and are looking for a motivated 2IC to join our  team. The farm is located in the Hinds district, 20 minutes from Ashburton. It is 182ha, producing  500+kgms/cow. The farm is irrigated with 2 pivots, 15ha Kline and 5Ha of fixed grid. The  shed is a 54-bale rotary with in-shed feeding, ACRs and protrack with automatic drafting.   The successful applicant will have experience in pasture management, animal health, basic record  keeping and making sure machinery and farm are well- maintained. They will be able to drive a tractor  (including mowing and feeding out) and run the farm in the absence of the contract milker.  Primary  ITO Level 3 is required. We are looking for someone who is a good communicator, a team player, takes pride in their workplace  and is a self-starter who can motivate themselves and others. This role is best suited to someone  with at least 3 years dairy farming experience and clear goals of progression in the industry....

Looking for an experienced 2IC to work alongside contract milker. Must have minimum 3 years experience, experience in a management role is preferred. Need to have a can do attitude and be able to problem solve and manage a large multi cultural team. Ideally can hit the ground running and bring enthusiasm to build the team culture, aligning with our values of efficiency and high attention to detail by leading by example.  Basic overview of farm: peak milk 1300 cows 80 bale rotary with ACRs and auto drafting gate Grass based feeding system with some supplement targeting 460 milk solids per cow 90% pivot irrigation Only 10 minutes from Ashburton town  Skills required: experience managing pasture, our system aims to harvest the maximum pasture possible with strategic supplement use People management as we have 5 full time staff plus up to 2 relief staff  Strong animal health knowledge - ability to make decisions around animal health in contract milkers...

You will be part of a 4–5-person team plus contract milker and partner, within a well-supported corporate, with potential to grow in your career The farm consists of a 314 affective platform with a 60-bale rotary shed, fully automated plus in shed feeding milking approximately 1020 cows at peak The ideal candidate needs a good understanding of Minda and Protrack. including,skills in animal health.  pasture management, and machinery operating, a knowledge of pivot and k line irrigation and cow wearables would also be seen as an advantage  The ideal candidate will have had a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role. We are prepared to consider a person from a herd manager role looking for the next step up, if they can show the level of aptitude and motivation required. The candidate must be a good communicator, be honest with a positive attitude We are not accredited employers so please only apply if you have permanent residency or are otherwise eligible to work in...

We are searching for an enthusiastic and experienced assistant farm manager to join our team of 4 on 740cow dairy farm located in Hinds, mid-Canterbury. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 2 years' experience  Understands milk quality and shed hygiene protocols  Understands effluent application protocols  Pasture management experience  Positive, can-do attitude  Can efficiently milk cows in a herringbone shed  Understands animal health and treatment procedures  Is enthusiastic to help farm to reach target goals and KPIs  Good leadership and communication skills.  Full, clean driving license and experience on 2-wheeler and tractor.  Confidence with decision making. For this individual, we can offer a fantastic opportunity to further your experience and knowledge in all areas of the dairy farm. We are also part of a large dairy farming group which can provide excellent opportunities...

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN NEW ZEALAND This position is available for start next season We require an Assistant Manager to join our team in operating our 690 cow dairy farm. We have a 42 ASHB cowshed with cup removers, automatic teat spray, grain feeding, pivot irrigation, and lateral sprinklers, and a rotorainer.  We have a great team to work along side us, and run a great roster. 5on 2 off for the whole season, except August which is 6on 1 off. The right applicant will have a knowledge of NEW ZEALAND dairy farming systems, have a high level of understanding with pasture management, calving, animal health, mating selection, irrigation and be a team player. You must be comfortable in operating and managing the cowshed, SCC, picking sick/mastitis cows, performing treatment regimes, pasture management with some assistance, and milking unassisted. There is the opportunity to progress on farm. You will need a minimum of 3 years NEW ZEALAND dairy farming experience, and...

We are seeking an experienced 2ic or Herd Manager looking to progress in the industry, to join us for the 2025/2026 season. We are located 15 mins away from Ashburton, milking 1500 cows at peak. We are a split calving farm, 500 in Autumn and 900 in spring. 80 bail shed with inshed feeding, ACRs, Afimilk collars, protrack and automatic teatspray and a wintering barn for our winter milkers.  We run a young team of 6 on a 6/2 roster on a 50 hour week (Minimum 45 hours). Two thirds of the year we run a 3in2 milking, with a maximum of 3 early starts a week.  $29ph-$32ph depending on experience We are targeting an enthusiastic person who is able to delegate, support team members and able to run the farm while the contract milkers are away.  Key aspects- Identifying mastitis, sick and lame cows Pick calved cows Grass management- Keen eye for residuals or willing to learn a new approach to this Tractor driving- Feeding out, rolling, setting the mower up, scraping out...

Do you:  Want an opportunity to take your leadership experience to the next level? Want to work alongside a hands-on Manager, within a team of 5? have at least two years NZ dairy experience? or relevant qualifications with a passion to learn? hold a current NZ driver license and current eligibility to work in NZ? If you answered yes to all these questions - we want to hear from you! We're looking for an Assistant Manager/2IC to join our Chertsey Dairies team, milking 950 cows through a 50 bale rotary with proctrack and in shed feeding; all located just 10 minutes north of Ashburton in the heart of Mid Canterbury. In this position you will be part of our leadership team, taking responsibility and working as a team with the Farm Manager, and the assistance of the wider team of 4 others. This will include pasture monitoring, feeding, irrigation and other farm duties. You’ll have an interest and awareness of issues affecting the dairy industry and a drive to learn...

Jamieson Dairies is looking for a super star 2IC to join their team from 1 June 2025 to support the Farm Manager in leading their farming operation and will be responsible for supporting managerial activities and driving operational performance within their Team.  Jamieson Dairies has a large stable team with the current 2IC having been on the farm for almost 10 years!  So if you are looking for a long-term solution in this role as 2IC then please apply today.   Jamieson Dairies is located 20km north of Ashburton and is the largest dairy business within Spectrum Group, milking 1400 kiwi cross cows through an 80 bail rotary with ACRS/protrack/inshed feeding on a 388ha platform.   Key Accountabilities include: • Production - Milking/Feed and stock management • Maintenance & Asset Management Protection - fencing/race/plant and machinery maintenance • Reporting - liaising with farm managers around work priorities • Health & Safety - reporting and maintaining....

Assist with managing a 1100 cow dairy farm duties include but not limited too: Managing the farm whenever the contract milker is on days off.  Irrigation Pasture management, Record keeping, Milking. We are happy to provide the successful applicant with on farm and off farm training. 

Position purpose Responsible for meeting farm goals in terms of production, stock, feed, environment, machinery, and people management. Can monitor, analyse, interpret, and report appropriate benchmarks. Ensures farm policies and plans are implemented. Is accountable for farm expenses. With structured systems in place, such as Halter, the implemented technology enhances productivity, streamlines processes, and ensure the effective management of livestock. Main tasks - Core objectives include: MILKING: Supervises milking from paddock to farm dairy as required. Implements routine maintenance schedules, including the milking plant, identifying and fixing faults as needed. Maintains hygiene and cleanliness around dairy. ANIMALS: Implements and monitors health, calving and mating plans and company policies, reports progress and takes appropriate action alongside manager and operations manager. FEED: Develops, implements, and monitors policies for feeding, including...

Are you looking for the opportunity to progress and grow your career as a 2IC in the 25/26 Season? Do you have solid farming experience behind you and show initiative while enjoying being part of a productive team? Then this role might be for you! ·      Located between Dunsandel and Rakaia – 40 minutes from Christchurch city ·      1100 cows ·      54 bale rotary with cup removers ·      Excellent on farm housing   We are seeking a forward-thinking and highly motivated person with a passion for the dairy industry and the drive to achieve. We think the most important things you can bring to this role are ·      Your commitment to looking after our animals ·      Passion for the industry, and your long term career in it ·      For the 2IC role, a proactive and forward thinking attitude ·      The confidence to bring your ideas to the table, and grow with the rest of the team   You...

We have an opening for a full time Herd Manager We are a 500 cow farm milking through a 42 aside herringbone shed with in shed meal feeding,cup removers,automatic teat sprayer and drafting gate.The farm is all flat with spray pivot,rotorainer irrigation and fixed grid.A three bedroom home on farm is available for accomodation  The successful applicant needs to have proven skills in the day to day running of a dairy farm,can show initiative and be confident in their ability to assist with decision making and working alongside the Farm Manager on a daily basis.The farm is very manageable and well set up for a great work life balance.The ideal person for this position needs to have experience working as a Herd Manager and working under a Farm Manager                                                                         Key Skills required but not limited too,sound pasture management skills,experience with all areas of animal welfare cares and dairy cow feed,machinery skills...

We oversee a group of four dairy farms. We have a 2IC opportunity in the Rangitata area. We require people that can fit our team culture and work with us to achieve our business goals and values. You will assist your manager in achieving monthly KPIs. You must: Have good Pasture and Stock management capabilities. Be able to communicate well, working both individually and as part of a team. Have a strong efficient work ethic and be prepared to be hands on leading by example. Maintain a high standard in asset management. Achieve monthly KPIs and capability to use Agri smart (timesheets), Protrack, and complete H&S / maintenance records. Have a drivers license and be drug free. A real passion for Dairy farming, and not just see the position as a 'job' We will provide you: A workplace with excellent infra structure, support, safety, training, reporting back to the team to aid in learning. 6:2 Roster Good accomodation A Synalit Lead with pride...

Yes this is it.....the perfect job if you want to advance your career in the dairy industry and are passionate about farming to a high standard like we are. We are owner operators and milk 630 young crossbred cows through a 54 bail rotary with cup removers, in shed feeding, in bail teat spraying and full pro-track with CowManager cow monitoring. The farm is located just 16kms from Hinds and 30kms from both Geraldine and Ashburton. You will get a variety of work and not just milk cows as we are keen to help people develop their skills and have a history of our staff progressing to Management and Contract/Variable order positions. We are looking for someone who has pride in their work, has proven pasture management skills has a "can do" common sense attitude and is both honest and reliable. You will be replacing someone who has been with us for over three seasons.

we require someone with 2-3 years experience  capable at doing day to day tasks including but not limited to break fences riding 2 wheeler operation of basic machinery  milk harvesting  moving effluent  report any problems to Farm Manager or 2IC must be eligable to work in New Zealand