Description
About the Company
We are a well-established and innovative dairy operation with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Recognized for our commitment to high standards in animal welfare, milk quality, and sustainable farming practices, we are currently seeking a skilled Dairy Herd Manager to contribute to our productive farm located in Putaruru.
About the Role
As the Dairy Herd Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing various aspects of herd and farm management. This full-time, permanent position offers a pay range of $32 to $37 per hour, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week and standard hours averaging 55 hours per week. Our work schedule follows an 11 on, 3 off roster.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, your main responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing and executing efficient and hygienic milking operations.
- Monitoring herd health, addressing illnesses, and providing support during calving and calf rearing.
- Implementing pasture rotation and feeding plans to optimize yield and animal condition.
- Operating and maintaining effluent systems in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Keeping accurate animal health records and entering data into farm software such as MINDA.
- Safely operating farm machinery, including bikes and tractors.
- Supervising and mentoring junior farm staff.
- Contributing to health and safety practices on the farm.
Requirements
To succeed in this position, you will need:
- A minimum of three years of relevant work experience or a related qualification.
- Proven knowledge of milking systems, herd health, and pasture management.
- Proficiency in using farm software and maintaining accurate records.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- The ability to operate machinery safely and effectively.
- Experience in supervising or mentoring others is preferred.
- A willingness to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- A clean police report with no pending charges.
Benefits
If you are a motivated and skilled Dairy Herd Manager looking to elevate your career, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter that highlights your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity.
To Apply
Recruit NZ, a part of People Inc, specializes in recruitment for small to medium local businesses in New Zealand and has been a premier recruitment agency since 2008. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your interest in joining our team.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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