Block Manager - Glenalvon Ltd
Hastings
Located in the rural farming district of Raukawa, Hawke's Bay.
- Work with modern technologies and farming systems.
- Inclusive farm culture and employers that value your input.
WHERE
Glenalvon Ltd is a privately owned farming business based in Raukawa, near Hastings. The 1100 ha operation spans three lease blocks of mixed hill terrain and focuses on semi-intensive lamb and cattle finishing. Depending on seasonal conditions and market demand, the farm aims for an annual throughput of approximately 9,000 lambs and up to 900 cattle.
In recent years, the business has developed modern infrastructure, including fencing, laneways, updated water systems, and multiple cattle and sheep yards. They also use Gallagher electronic collars for virtual cattle fencing, currently operating 100 collars with plans to expand to 300.Seasonal downtime occurs from mid-December through February, providing a well-earned summer break.
WHAT
Our clients are seeking a Block Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of a 480ha owned block and a 170ha leased block. The role involves providing input and support across all operations, and for larger tasks, you will work alongside casual staff.
This is an excellent opportunity to take on more responsibility and learn from a progressive farming business. You will gain ownership of tasks, from stock shifts to general farm duties, while applying your knowledge of grazing, finishing stock, pasture management, and animal health.The business values an inclusive environment where your input and ideas are welcomed and expected.
To read more about the position and business please visit - https://bit.ly/49h68h7
WHO
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career by taking on greater responsibility. Our client is looking for a motivated individual with the right attitude to step into the Block Manager role, and who is eager to learn the skills required to finish stock to a high standard.The key requirements for success are outlined below.
- Ability to work independently and manage day-to-day operations with minimal supervision.
- Good stockmanship and practical livestock handling skills.
- Experience with fencing, water systems, and general farm infrastructure maintenance.
- 4-5 well controlled working dogs.
- Strong understanding of animal health, with particular focus on worm resistance and proactive monitoring with Faecal egg testing.
- Organisational skills for planning and record-keeping, including familiarity with farm management software (Agri Web) and Google Docs/Sheets.
- Energetic, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
- Effective communicator, able to contribute to decision-making and maintain clear records.
- Willingness to engage in professional development and training as required.
- Comfortable using technology for animal and farm management (including Gallagher collars).
- Flexible and proactive approach to workload, accommodating busy and quiet periods on the farm.
- Great support systems in place with owners who are willing to pass on knowledge and upskill their employees.
- Provides the opportunity to gain further responsibility.
- Opportunity to work within an inclusive farming environment, where there is the chance to further your skills and progress your knowledge.
- The Owner's provide an excellent work culture and value their people.
- A modern farming operation with a close relationship with their agents and processors.
- Location is 15 minutes from town and offers a mix of hill to steeper hill.
- Opportunity to work on a largescale finishing operation, that has established some excellent infrastructure, it will give you the scale of mustering and some ownership with your tasks.
- Modern technologies and systems within the business i.e. Gallagher collars.
- There is a very tidy 3-bedroom cottage available on farm, that is healthy homes certified. The farm is 15 minutes from Hastings and based in a great rural community.
- The location offers convenient access to town amenities, with sports clubs, beaches, vineyards and other outdoor activities such as biking.
- To apply for this role, please hit the APPLY button
- For further information on this role please visit https://bit.ly/49h68h7
- For a confidential chat give the Rural Directions team a call on 06 871 0450
Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
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