195 assistant manager jobs found

We are looking for a new 2IC / Assistant Manager to join our small farm approx. 20 minutes from Gore. We milk 400 Friesian cows through a 40ASHB with ACR's, in-shed feeding and an auto draft gate.  Farm is family owned with the other farm being 5 minutes down the road, we try to work in together when needed. Our farm is run by the contract milkers (Husband and wife both on farm), and we employ one full time staff member. We will also have a relief milker this season. Calves are reared by contract milkers.  Work is mainly milking, getting cows in, putting up break fences, basic fencing, finding/treating animal health issues, shifting effluent pods, feeding out, mowing, pasture walks etc. You will be required to do other tasks as they arise such as shed maintenance, shifting stock at run off, drenching calves, vaccinating herd, tagging cows etc.  Please note there will be times when you will be on farm on your own. There will be someone around to call on if needed however we...

NZ permanent residency holders only!! Position available for an assistant manager milking 240 cows working alongside owner. The successful applicant must be capable off taking responsibility and working sole charge in the owners absence. This is an opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about life, is fit and healthy and has a sense of humour . Preferably you will have some farm experience, but most important is that you have a willingness to learn, to listen and can show initiative. You will be honest and respectful of animals, machinery and people and have great observation skills. You must hold a current NZ drivers license. In return for your effort, you will get to live in a 3brm warm home with views 5 mins to the North of Hamilton city, with an opportunity to grow your skills in practical farming . Applications are open to those who are reliable and are willing to undergo a drug test if required. No pets are permitted on the property without prior...

An opportunity to join a team that values long term in employment. We are looking for someone that has an excellent work ethic, the ability to work unsupervised and ask questions if unsure.  This job will also teach you everything you need to know about farming in a safe environment that values learning on the job and attaining career goals. Tractor skills would be an advantage Our staff have been here for 7 and 3 years and the person you will be replacing was here for 10 years.   Our rotation is 18 on 3 off but we do not work weekends in between milking except absolute essentials  Salary is a reflection of experience 

Only apply if you are in New Zealand. We are looking for a reliable hard-working persons to join our team due to the current employee travelling overseas for family commitments. Are you passionate about dairy farming and looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Second-in-Charge (2IC) to join our team on a progressive 450-cow dairy farm located in Featherston, South Wairarapa. About the Role 2IC, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the farm, supporting the manager when absent, to achieve production, sustainability, and animal health targets. This is a hands-on position that requires strong leadership, excellent animal husbandry skills, and a proactive approach to farming operations. There is scope for your partner to join the team to help with rearing calves. Key Responsibilities • Assist with all aspects of herd management, including milking, feeding, and animal health. •...

We have an exciting opportunity opening up this coming dairy season on our 550 cow, 40as/hb shed (with auto cup removers, auto draft and in-shed feeding) farm 5 minutes from Balclutha in South Otago.  Unfortunately due to family circumstances our current 2IC of 2 seasons is moving on, leaving our team 1 short for next season. We run 2 identical neighboring dairy farms with a total of 5 staff and 2 contract milkers. We are relaxed employers who value our animals, a work/life balance, family and getting the job done efficiently. We support our staff who want to progress in the industry, both study and skill based.   We are needing an experienced 2IC to complete our team. An ideal candidate would be confident in all aspects of running the dairy shed, a confident and careful tractor operator, in-tune with the cows and their behavior, a team player and able to delegate tasks to other staff, have some understanding of pasture management, grass reticulation and basic fencing....

190 hec  Twice a day milk harvesting (auto cup removers (one man shed) k-line irrigation help when required with calf rearing (we have a part time calf rearer) basic farm fencing weed control effluent management  New Zealand Residents only tractor work experience required (feeding out, mowing, spreading, spraying) water trough and line maintenance experience required electric fence fault finding and repair experience required 2 and 4-wheeler motorbike experience required   help with runoff when required (run off vehicle provided) 

We are seeking a motivated and responsible person or couple with a solid background in animal husbandry and milk production to join our team for our spilt calving 450 Cow dairy operation in the beautiful Pukeatua district. As the Assistant Manager (2IC), you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the farm, working closely with the farm owner to ensure efficient, high quality milk production. You will assist with herd management and ensure that the farm runs smoothly while adhering to the industry's best practices and compliance with health & safety standards. We want someone who will take pride in their work and in the presentation of the farm. Our farm runs a split calving system Autumn and Spring on an irrigated farm. Our mainly Friesian herd is milked through a 40 aside herringbone shed twice a day with in-shed feeding. The farm has a 130-hectare milking platform flat to rolling hills. The potential employee will work closely with the farm owner...

We are Share milkers and have just taken on another farm, looking for an experienced Assistant Manager/2ic reporting directly to Sharemilker.  Looking for someone capable of running a team, making day to day decisions  about grass management, Cow feeding and Cow health. Sharemilker based on farm Rotary shed with Protrac Collars Inshed feeding Farm 10 mins away from Pleasant Point and Temuka  Potential employment for Partner

We’re looking for an Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) to join our team on Five Rivers Dairies, located in Northern Southland 45–70 minutes from Te Anau, Gore, Invercargill, and Queenstown. We milk 1,250 cows through a DeLaval 54-bale rotary with ACRs, WetIT teatspray, and the Milk Hub herd management system. In-shed feeding is being installed this winter. Our farm is a sizeable operation with nearly 500 hectares of effective area. We winter cows on fodder beet ourselves and raise young stock on the farm until they reach 100kg before they go grazing. There’s also the option for a partner to take part in calf rearing.  As 2IC, you’ll work alongside a team of three other full-time staff and relief staff when needed. You’ll need to be hands-on, willing to get the job done, but also ready to step into a leadership role and make decisions when required. Our farm is a grass-based system 2 farm, so pasture management is key. So, we are looking for someone who  ·         Can allocate...

2IC  |  Cambridge   500 cows, 50 bale rotary + ACRs, In-Shed feeding, Protrack, Milk Meters, Cow Manager. 12mins from Cambridge. Great kiwi team, modern equipment, easy contour, everything is well maintained & just mins from Lake Karapiro. We believe in looking after our people, animals, land, and equipment. And believe that it IS possible to get home in time to enjoy a decent evening before it’s time to get up and do it all over again.  Farm video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUj0Q8Hfc8g   House tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqJ4CyT0eoo&t=4s   What you'll be doing:   Milking, feeding, and overseeing general animal health Pasture and effluent management Leading and supporting junior team members Farm maintenance and machinery operation Assisting with farm planning and record-keeping Upholding health, safety, and compliance standards This job is for you if:   You’re on-to-it and...

We have a job for an experienced farm worker (3+ years) for an Assistant Manager position on a farm in the Arapuni area in Waikato. This is for a 300 cow farm, 25 minutes from Tokoroa, milking through a 24 Aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of responsibilities including the day-to-day management support including: - Milking - Shed Management - Animal Husbandry and Production - Animal Health Monitoring, Management and Treatment - Pasture and fodder Management - Maintenance of Shed, Equipment and Machinery - Know and meet regulatory rules & requirements - Breeding, Calving and Calf rearing Management - Cattle transportation - Contractor Organisation and Management - Staff Management - and other general farm duties Weekly hours are a minimum of 35, average of 48 and a maximum of 50 for the salary. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed...

We’re looking for an Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) to join our team on Five Rivers Dairies, located in Northern Southland 45–70 minutes from Te Anau, Gore, Invercargill, and Queenstown. We milk 1,250 cows through a DeLaval 54-bale rotary with ACRs, WetIT teatspray, and the Milk Hub herd management system. In-shed feeding is being installed this winter. Our farm is a sizeable operation with nearly 500 hectares of effective area. We winter cows on fodder beet ourselves and raise young stock on the farm until they reach 100kg before they go grazing. There’s also the option for a partner to take part in calf rearing.  As 2IC, you’ll work alongside a team of three other full-time staff and relief staff when needed. You’ll need to be hands-on, willing to get the job done, but also ready to step into a leadership role and make decisions when required. Our farm is a grass-based system 2 farm, so pasture management is key. So, we are looking for someone who  ·         Can allocate...

With our business expanding next season, we are looking to bring on new staff to help fill the newly available rolls for next season. Some current staff are progressing into higher positions within in the business also opening up their current positions. We are looking for an energetic and driven 2IC for our 700 cow farm. The Farm Located on the South side of the Rangitata river, the farm is 15min to Temuka, 30 min to Timaru or Ashburton. With a local kindergarten only 5 min away and good local rural schooling available – Winchester Rural.   The farm has 670 cows and boasts a 40 ASHB shed with   Protrack and auto drafting   Auto teat spray   New silos and snapchill glycol chilling   Yard wash   Top and bottom gates   Ai Races   Side yards with lame crushes   Irrigation across the farm consists of Rotoraieners, K lines and...

Position of 2IC becoming available on our farm due to current excellent 2IC moving on to overseas travel after 4 years with us.  Position requires : 3 seasons experience plus. Competent in people management. Able to lead a team or growing in ability to do so. Committed to health and Safety. Has Excellent attention to detail with Environment compliance, Animal health. Excellence in pasture Management.  Target driven Us: We have a team of 6 plus calf rearer, 1300 cows TAD , 60 Bale Rotary, ACR, Predominantly pivot/ k line irrigated farm. Lovely family home available, near new. Competitive salary package. 15 minutes from both Waimate and Oamaru. Please enquire for more information and to register interest

About Us We run a family-owned dairy operation in the sand country of Manawatū, milking 600 cows twice a day with spring calving. Our farm embraces modern technology, including Halter collars for geofencing and herd management. We take pride in running an efficient, well-maintained farm and are now looking for an experienced and reliable 2IC (Assistant Manager) to help oversee daily operations. The Role As Assistant Manager , you’ll work alongside the farm owner and current team to ensure the smooth running of the operation. Your key responsibilities will include: Milking & Shed Management – Overseeing daily milking routines and maintaining high hygiene standards in the shed. Grazing & Feed Management – Planning and managing pasture rotations to optimize feed utilization. Herd & Animal Health – Monitoring cow health using Halter technology, handling mating, calving, and general stock care. Staff Support – Assisting with managing the...

Due to a progression of staff our client is seeking an assitant manager for the Galatea farm. The 170 ha unit has operated as an autumn calving dairy farm for the last few years. The farm operates as a "system 2 to 3" milking 300 cows calved from late February through March. Cows are milked twice daily through until mating, 1 June and milked once a day therafter. Replacement calves are reared on farm until they go to grazing. Feed consists of pasture, lucerne, maize/grass silage as well as PKE. Summer crops may be grown. The farm operates with a manager plus assistant. The assistant manager reports to the manager. You will need to be experienced enough to step up when the manager has time off and be responsible for the daily operation of the dairy unit. The position will involve milking, feeding stock, shifting fences, weed control and general farm maintenance work. Ability to ride a side-by-side and operate a tractor essential. As this is small team you will get...

We are looking for  a skilled and motivated individual or couple that is ready to take the next step in their dairy career. We are an 900 cow dairy farm, milking through a 70 bale rotary with ACR's, protrack, auto drafting and in shed feeding. We are looking for an Assistant Manager (2IC) with plenty of dairy operating experience. Someone who is self motivated and efficient. This role suits someone who is wanting to progress and be hands on, taking some of the pressure off the manager when need be. This season we are wanting to take the farm to the next level! Candidates will have previous dairy farming experience and are required to provide current references.  There is also a position available for an experienced calf rearer and possible relief milker which may suit a partner. What we are looking for: Have good Pasture and Stock management capabilities. Be able to communicate well, working both individually and also alongside the manager. Have...

Only apply if you are a NZ resident. I am after a motivated individual who has a passion for farming and wants to learn to assist me with the day to day running of the farm. We peak milk 730 x-bred cows through a 50 bail rotary with acr's system type 2 farm is flat 15 minutes from winton Warm home with school bus to gate cows wintered in mossburn expectations for this role include punctual be able  to allocate feed  assist with hoof trimming Effluent management  be confident in all other day to day jobs. if you aren't  capable with any of these and want to learn i am more then happy for that to be arranged. opportunity's to progress within the business available. thanks Nick

We are looking for a motivated and passionate 2IC to join our team, supporting the Contract Milker with the daily running of the farm.  This position would be well suited to a herd manager looking to step up or a 2IC wanting to really show their potential. Milking through a 60 bale rotary with ACR's, Protrack and in shed feeding. The dairy platform is irrigated by centre pivot and pole sprinklers. The farm has a support block with 80ha of irrigated land, where  young stock are raised, all cows are wintered on farm on fodderbeet. What we are looking for,  Great can-do attitude with problem solving abilities  Have great Pasture and Stock management Competent in riding 2 and 4 wheel motorbikes Can operate machinery including feeding out, topping etc Can detect and treat mastitis accordingly Can identify and treat lame cows Be able to communicate well  Have great initiative to be able to work efficiently and lead by example A real passion for Dairy...

Due to our current 2ic heading to retirement we are looking for someone with experience to join our fun team as 2IC. Waikato, Waerenga area. 340 cows, Autumn Calving Farm 40 Aside Herringbone shed with ACR/s Tidy Well-Maintained Farm. We require someone that is honest and respectful, that's able to follow instructions from the manager and to communicate effectively. Someone down to earth and not "hot headed", Someone who shows a high level of pride & consistency in their work and who can work unsupervised as you will be working alone every second weekend with assistance of a relief milker. Must be good with gear & comfortable operating machinery inc. Tractor, Feed out wagon, 2 & 4-wheeler motorbikes. Sound animal Health Knowledge & animal Husbandry is a must. Must be quiet with stock & a fast learner Role includes (but not limited to): Milking and animal Health Setting up break fences, fencing repairs, water repairs, feeding out etc. Assisting through...