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Herd Manager

Unleash your brilliance, join our team!


We are seeking a capable and motivated individual to join our team on our well-established 520-cow dairy farm located just outside of Oamaru. With all cows fitted with Halter collars, our farm is technology-driven and focused on efficient, sustainable practices.

Farm Details:

  • 520 cows with Halter collars

  • All young stock grazed off-farm

  • All cows wintered off

  • Supportive team of 3 staff

  • Shared accommodation in a modern 3-bedroom + office house

What We’re Looking For:
We’re after someone with hands-on dairy farming experience, confident in day-to-day operations, and willing to take charge when the owner is away. You'll need to be a good communicator, a team player, and have a proactive attitude towards animal welfare and farm maintenance.

Key Requirements:

  • Dairy farming experience is essential

  • Confidence using Halter technology (training can be provided)

  • Leadership potential and reliability

  • Good stock sense and pasture management skills

  • Valid driver’s licence

We Offer:

  • Competitive pay

  • Shared accommodation in a tidy, comfortable home

  • Supportive work environment

  • Opportunity to grow with a progressive, well-run operation

  • Employer is an Accredited Employer, open to suitable applicants requiring a work visa

�� Location: Near Oamaru, North Otago
�� Start Date: Negotiable

If you’re ready to step up in your dairy career and be part of a forward-thinking farm, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Details

City
Waitaki
State
Otago
Country
New Zealand
Job Type
Permanent / Full Time
Ref
3148
Posted
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