12 farm manager jobs found in Balfour

We are seeking a highly skilled farm manager to run a 600 cow dairy farm at Balfour. The farm has a herringbone cowshed. The farm is well setup and an easy to run property. The successful candidate will be competent in all aspects of farm management including feed, animal health, and staff organaisation skills. You will have support from the farm owner and the farm consultant so you can thrive in the role.  Please only apply if you are elidable to work in New Zealand.  

Ready for the next paddock?  Experienced 2IC/Assistant Farm Manager - GORE An exciting opportunity has come up for an experienced, motivated dairy farmer to join our team in a key leadership role.  Our current Assistant Farm Manager is relocating unexpectedly following a change in personal circumstances, so we are looking for a capable person to step in and join our amazing team.  We know this is a busy time of year, so we are ready to talk with the right person about a start date that works for everyone. This is a hands-on  2IC/Assistant Farm Manager role on an 800 cow, system 3 dairy farm, located just 15 minutes from Gore.  You will work as part of a team of five and play an important role in keeping farm operations running smoothly. You will be an excellent communicator who is confident in taking responsibility, supporting team members, and stepping up to run a safe, efficient day-to-day operation in the Farm Manager's absence.  This role will suit someone who enjoys...

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....

We have a 2IC/Herd managers role available.  50 Bale rotary cowshed with ACRs with feedpad.  The successful candidate will have good pasture management and animal health skills and can run the farm for short periods of time in the absence of the farm manager.  You will be working with a competent farm manager and have good support from the farm owner.  You may be an existing dairy assistant or herd manager who is wanting to take the next step.  Please apply online only if you live in New Zealand. 

We are looking for a Assistant manager who can confidently run one of the 2 dairy sheds of the farm. The farm is located 15 minutes from gore and 5 minutes from Riversdale. The farm has 430ha all flat and has 2 sheds, A 50 and 54 bale rotary both are ACR and have PROTRACT drafting gate. Each shed will have 1 2IC, 1 herd manager and 1 assistant herd manager( reliever). the farm will calved 1200 cows this season and will get split evenly on both sheds after calving. The successful applicant will be working along with the farm manager. We are looking for an Assistant Manager (2IC) with plenty of dairy operating experience. Someone who is self motivated and efficient. Duties and Responsibilities includes: Pasture and grazing management milk production stock management animal health and welfare breeding calving recording plant/machinery/ farm vehicles environmental management staff management health and safety This is a fantastic opportunity for...

Assistant Manager wanted to run the daily operation of a 750 cow farm near Riversdale Southland. You must be experienced in all day to day aspect of running an efficient dairy farming operation including but not limited to milking, pasture and staff management.

500 cow farm in Mandeville southland  We require a 2ic to assist us with the daily operation of our farm 15 mins from Gore in southland  we are not accredited  do not apply if you are not in New Zealand 

We are looking for an experienced 2IC to join us for the remainder of the 2026/2027 season. Our farm is located in Northern Southland - milking 1000 cows through a 50 bail rotary with Afimilk collars, Protrack drafting and automatic cup removers. You will be working with the sharemilkers and other staff members. Key duties will be milking, ensuring milk quality and shed hygiene is maintained to a high standard and assisting with feeding of stock as advised by sharemilker. You must be able to assist with all calving and mating requirements, be able to record information accurately and have good knowledge of animal health and welfare. You must be able to communicate effectively within a team, comply with all health and safety policies and take pride in maintaining a clean and tidy dairy platform. You must also be able to drive a tractor and be confident using implements.  There is a warm 3 bedroom house with a fire available.  Relief work will be available for a partner also....

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Calf Rearer for a fixed-term position from October 2026 to April 2027. This role is with a rural contracting and dairy support business caring for approximately 550 R1 and 550 R2 young stock, as well as around 30 R1 beef animals. Previous calf-rearing or young-stock experience is preferred but not essential. The successful candidate will need to have a genuine interest in animal care and welfare, be observant and reliable, and be willing to learn and follow the farm’s animal health and management procedures. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Feeding and caring for calves and young stock Ensuring calves receive adequate and timely nutrition, including colostrum management Monitoring calves for signs of illness, injury or poor health and reporting concerns to the manager Drafting sick calves into the appropriate sick pen and assisting with treatments as directed...

2IC Dairy Farm Position – Merino Downs We are looking for a reliable and capable 2IC to join our team on our dairy farm in Merino Downs, just 20 minutes from Gore and 10 minutes from Tapanui. This is a great opportunity for someone who is confident working independently and is happy to take responsibility for day-to-day farm tasks. About the farm: 430 cows 40 aside herringbone shed Currently no cup removers, however shed upgrades are in progress Currently a 2-person shed, moving to a 1-person shed once upgrades are complete 2-bedroom cottage included What we're looking for: Previous dairy farming experience Confident and capable tractor operator Able to ride a 2 wheeler motorbike  Able to work independently and be trusted to manage the farm when left unattended Confident with effluent management and able to operate the effluent system Reliable, motivated and willing to get stuck in Good communication and a...

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.   Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages 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: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

We are looking for a new team member to join our team, we are looking for a capable dairy farmer with a passion for farming and keen to join a well setup farm. The farm will peak milk 950 cows on 354ha near Drummond in Southland. We run a modern high performing dairy farm, take pride in doing our work well and providing an innovative well rounded workplace. We have a strong culture creating a good place to work where your efforts are rewarded. About You: -            Being a dairy farmer is your career, you are or desire to be a professional dairy farmer that                         works on a top class farm. -            A good understanding of the fundamentals of dairy farming and the ability to complete basic                   duties well. -            Ability to work efficiently in a team and on your own. -            Have a can do attitude and like to get stuck in to complete jobs to a high standard. -            Proficient in technology and can...