Balgonie Farms Ltd

The Opportunity We have a rewarding opportunity for a top dairy operator to take responsibility for running our family-owned 1,100-cow dairy farm in the Darfield area, 40 minutes (45 km) west of Christchurch Airport. With our current Contract Milker progressing to a sharemilking position, we are looking to form and grow a mutually beneficial relationship with a high-calibre individual ready for the next step in their dairy career. The Person The successful applicant will have excellent communication and leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing people, livestock, feed, and farm systems to consistently achieve high levels of production and profitability. We are looking for someone with integrity, openness, attention to detail, and a strong sense of ownership, who operates to high standards, understands what drives performance, and embraces continuous improvement. We value people who care for their team, the land, and the animals, and who take...