Dairy Farm Manager - Bell Hill Dairy

About the Company Pāmu, the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, is dedicated to sustainable farming practices and nurturing the land and communities around us. We are committed to our core values: Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder. We strive to create a safe and inclusive workplace where our employees can thrive. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Farm Manager with strong leadership skills to oversee the operations at Bell Hill Dairy Farm. This role offers an opportunity to manage daily farming activities while fostering growth in both the land and the people involved. You will be supported by a Business Manager who will assist with various aspects such as financial reporting, planning, and pasture management. In this role, you will be responsible for the following: - Day-to-day management of dairy operations - Leading, coaching, and mentoring your team - Organizing logistics and maintaining accurate data - Managing risks and addressing problems as they arise The Farm Bell Hill Dairy Unit is situated in the picturesque Greymouth and Lake Brunner area on the West Coast. The farm operates with a peak of 920 cows through a 60-bail rotary system, covering a total area of 504 hectares, of which 445 hectares are effective. About You We are looking for someone with excellent leadership capabilities and a strong desire to learn new systems. You should share our values regarding people, animals, and the environment. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: - Strong dairy farming experience - Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills - Excellent communication abilities - Proficiency in using farm management technology systems and record-keeping equipment - Effective time and people management skills - A strong commitment to health and safety, animal welfare, and environmental management - A current and full New Zealand driver’s license Familiarity with agricultural technology such as Farmax and FarmIQ is beneficial but not required. Benefits We offer a friendly, supportive, and inclusive culture along with a competitive salary package. Additional benefits include health and life insurance, up to 4% KiwiSaver matching, an extra day of leave over Christmas, enhanced parental leave benefits, and ongoing training and development opportunities. Apply Now Applications close on Sunday, 8 June 2025. We will conduct interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kim Hooper, Business Manager, at hooperk@landcorp.co.nz. Eligibility Criteria To be considered for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and possess unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent positions. Please note that Pāmu provides a safe workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to appointment.