18 herd manager jobs found in Ashburton

OFFSHORE APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY   Set on 220 Ha of beautiful flat land located just 20 mins to Ashburton and right by the ocean, is our lovely farm that has been in our family for many years, we are passionate about the land, the cows, and our people.   We are in need an experienced Herd Manager.   You will assist in the day to day running of the farm including milking of our gorgeous 900 cows through a 50-bail rotary with ACR, so a minimum of 1 to 2 years practical experience in NZ is essential. You will really need to have a great attitude, great at communication and be willing to work as part of our existing team, who are all very stable and supportive so you must be able fit right in.   We run a tight ship so no room for laziness, if you are not a team player then you will let everyone down.  We find operating on a 6/2 roster for most of the year gives everyone a good work/life balance and it is important to us that everyone has their down time and that we...

We are looking for a staff member to join our team and help with the day to day running of our 1350 cow farm. The system we run is prodominately pasture based and we have a strong emphasis on animal health. Key responsibilities and experience in the following areas is a must: sole charge milking - confident in detecting, identifing and treating animal health issues such as mastitis and lameness pasture management - including confident with residual and pre grazing measuring along with accurate break size calculating following the farm grazing plan, Irrigation management - shifting sprinklers and kline runs. general farm maintenance, basic fencing, dairy shed repairs and water lines. The appropraite canditate will be a hard working individual who has a passion for the dairy industry. Previous dairy experience in New Zealand with large herd sizes (800cow plus) for a minmum of 3 years is required along with being eligible to work in NZ. The successful applicant will have a...

Jamieson Dairies is looking for a super star to join their Team as a Herd Manager.  Jamieson Dairies has 1450 Kiwi Cross dairy cows on a 388ha Farm which are fitted Allflex collars.  Milking is through an 80 bail rotary with ACR’s, automatic drafting system,  in shed feeding and an auto-teat spray.  As a Herd Manager you will be responsible for maximising production in your assigned herd and assist in the effective management of staff.  The preferred applicant must: - have a minimum of NZ farming 3 years’ experience -have experience with management of staff -have experience with plant management -have experience with pasture management Key activities in this role with be milking cows, feed management, general care of stock, farm maintenance, stock records, staff management, health n safety and farm administration. We are looking for someone who is passionate about farming, someone who is reliable and able to work well within a team environment.  On farm...

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

We have a job for an experienced farm worker (at least 12 months) for a Herd Manager position on a farm in the Ashburton area. This is for a 1200 cow farm, milking through a 60 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation, - tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 45. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate of $29.66 for any hours beyond the maximum hours. The schedule may vary;...

Our farm is located only 5mins drive to Ashburton and is an awesome opportunity to have balance of city and farming life. Due to one of our staff deciding to have a career change from dairy farm we are looking for Assistant herd manager  to join our team at Lindale Farming Company Ltd to start January 2025. Experience will be a benefit,  reliable & honest, someone who loves to dairy farming and have genuine interest. We will be milking 800 cows via 54 bail rotary with ACR and automatic teat spray and have Allflex collars. Farm is irrigated with centre pivot mainly and have a few klines and sprinklers. What we looking for: -Good communication, confident on daily jobs like milking, fencing and moving irrigation etc. More importantly willing to learn and can do attitude. Criminal check will be done so no criminal history. NOT ACCREDITED SO PLEASE DON'T APPLY IF YOU NOT LEGALLY ALLOWED TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND.

Location: Rakaia (20 minutes north of Ashburton) We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Herd Manager to join our family-owned dairy farm in Rakaia. We milk 800 cows through a 60-bale rotary with ECR, and we pride ourselves on a supportive, team-focused work environment. About the Role: As a Herd Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the herd, ensuring animal health, quality milk production, and pasture management. You will work alongside a dedicated team of 4.5 staff members on a roster system (8-2, 8-3) to ensure smooth, efficient operations. Key Responsibilities: Milking: Assist with the smooth operation of milking and proactively address any milk quality issues. Animal Health: Monitor and identify signs of illness in cows, including lameness, mastitis, bloat, milk fever, and pneumonia. Assist with treatments as required. Mating: Ensure the effective implementation of the farm’s mating management policy and guide...

We are looking for someone to join our team of 3 full timers on a a family dairy farm milking 770 cows through a 54 bail rotary with ACR's and auto drafting. We also have Halter, pivot irrigation with some sprinklers. Experience is preferred or someone from a trade, though the right attitude is more important. Role includes. shifting sprinklers, feeding cows using tractor and silage wagon, treating mastitis, lame cows, shed hygiene and day to day farming. Being able to understand and work technology is a must as Halter plays a big role in our day to day farming. We are looking for a good communicator and a team player who has a practical mind and is passionate about the dairy industry. Must be able to ride a 2 wheeler WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED Please respond with 2 current references, and updated cv and a cover letter

We are looking for a Herd manager. We are looking for someone who has some leadership skills and is looking to put these skills to the test. You need to be self-motivated and want to make things happen. We require someone who’s farming skills are well developed. This role requires a minimum of 2 years on farm experience. It is expected you are able to set breaks to correct size, manage the penicillin mob, treat lames and down cows, basic farming maintenance including fencing, irrigation. We require the following qualifications to be considered for the role, A bachelors degree, Veehof hoof trimming course, formal motorbike and tractor training.  We have a great location only 5 minutes from the Synlait Factory, 20 minutes from Rolleston and 15 minutes from Rakaia, 30 Minutes from Ashburton. We Milk 1300 cows through a 54 bale Rotary with ACRs. Being an efficient operation is important to us and we run the MaxT milking system all season, resulting in shorter milking times and less...

only apply if you are in New Zealand The Hundal Farming limited seeking a dedicated, honest and reliable HERD MANAGER to join our team. You must be passionate about farming and animal welfare. Duties Your role will include but not limited to; Running of milking, weed control, animal health monitoring/recording, tractor work, fencing, treating lame cows, calving, washing up and other general farm duties. Job requirements For this role we require someone who has 18-24 months of experience in farming and who is able to complete tasks with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will need to undertake pre employment drug testing and a character check. also we do random drug test during the season.We are strictly a smoke/vape free farm. We cannot accommodate any pets with this role. Please only apply if you are currently in New Zealand and clarify your immigration status. To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and two good work...

This Role is for person Elligble to work in New Zealand.Must have the right Visa conditions to work. We are looking for someone to step in this role as our current 2ic is going back home. Person to work under the contract milker on day to day running of the farm,milking supervising junior staff and very confident in the shed treating animals and driving tractor. Basic computer knowledge be handy doing reports and knowledge about Minda Live. We also have traveling shit irrigator plus 4 southern cross guns to shift over the irrigation season. Person must have some knowledge about shifting them but full training will be provided for the right person whose willing to learn

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We're seeking a dairy assistant to join our team on a 850 cow farm 5mins outside of Rakaia Town. At least 2yrs experience on a NZ Dairy Farm. Only those with Valid NZ residency or visa to apply. Must have a positive attitude to dairy farming, good sense of humour and be able to work in a team. 46 a side swing over parlour with excellent cow flow Duties will include: Milking Mastitis detection Stock Work Break Fences Feeding Out Weed Control Farm repairs Irrigation shifting

We offer a Contract Milking position, close to Rangitata, South Canterbury. The farm is 123ha with 117ha effective. The farm is fully irrigated from reliable wells with efficient set up. Irrigation consists of 1 pivot with corner arm and K-Lines in the corners. Currently milking one herd of 430 x breed cows with average production 185000ms through a 36ASHB. Cowshed is in the center of the farm with furthest paddock walk 580m from cowshed. 2 x 3 Brm houses available with good range of sheds. We have a strong focus on utilizing pasture and through a low-cost system. This opportunity may appeal to someone looking at their next step from Manager to Contract Milker as the farm is well set up with simple management systems. Applicants must be NZ resident, have had previous management or Contract Milking experience, excellent livestock and pasture management skills, motivated to do well and succeed, and keep the farm and building to a high level. The successful applicants will be...

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

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...

Opportunities like this don’t come very often.  Minerva Farms Ltd are looking for a Senior Drystock Manager, the drystock operation is integral to supporting the wider farming business through providing high quality heifers to the dairy farms, breeding bulls and wintering cows. Reporting to the Group Operations Manager and part of the Senior Management Team, this is an exciting opportunity to join this highly productive business showing your previous pasture & supplement feed management, stock management and strong cost control experience all while managing a team of 4 full time staff and 3 casuals.  The Farm 1,072ha effective, spread over 8 blocks, 2 “hubs” Carrying 2,200 R2 heifers and 2,100 R1 heifers 420 Breeding bulls Contour flat Irrigation – Central Plains water, mix of pivots, rotar rainers and K-Lines The Details: 3 bedroom managers house. Local schooling at Hororata and Darfield Candidate background:...

We have jobs available for dairy farm assistants who will ideally have 1+ years’ dairy farm experience. This is for a 760 cow farm in the Makikhi area, 25 minutes from Timaru, milking through a 50 aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking twice a day - shifting cows and feeding - fencing, weed control - calving, calf rearing - shed cleaning and setup - identifying and alerting managers to sick cows - Setting fences - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate of up to $29.66 for any hours beyond the maximum hours. Hours will vary but the day will start at around 4am and go through 5p with meal and rest breaks so up to 10 hours or more in calving and as the...