Herd Manager Pahi
Kia hiwa ra!
Looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact on sustainable farming practices while working closely with a passionate team? Look no further!We're in search of a dedicated Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team at Ngai Tahu Farming.
As the Herd Manager, I lead and support our farm team alongside the Assistant Manager (2IC), taking charge of day-to-day operations to ensure the farm runs smoothly and efficiently. I’m responsible for maintaining high productivity and profitability while protecting plant condition and ensuring top-level animal welfare.I often oversee the dairy shed and key routine tasks, and I work closely with the 2IC to carry out our agreed farm and herd management plan, making sure every task required for effective herd and farm performance is completed to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities – Nga Kawenga Takohanga- Support the 2IC with day-to-day farm operations, ensuring smooth running of the dairy shed and routine tasks.
- Assist with herd management by monitoring production, fertility, health, and accurate record-keeping.
- Take responsibility for milking activities, troubleshooting issues, maintaining milk quality, and helping train new team members.
- Promote excellent animal health and welfare through proactive monitoring, treatment, and preventative programmes.
- Contribute to mating, breeding and calving, including heat detection, drafting, calving support and recording.
- Help manage pasture and feed planning to maximise herd performance and protect pasture quality.
- Carry out general farm maintenance, tractor work, weed/pest control and care for equipment, buildings and yards.
- Support compliance with environmental consents, farm policies and effluent management requirements.
- Appropriate dairy industry
- Has or working towards GROWSAFE approved handler
- Full Driver’s
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the dairy industry.
- Relevant dairy industry training.
- Experience working within a strong, functional and high-performing farm team.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Credibility within the dairy and agricultural sectors.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A commitment to improving environmental performance and sustainable farming practices.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Tenacity to achieve results while supporting positive team culture.
- Good computer literacy and confidence using farm systems and records.
- Commitment to ongoing learning, coaching and mentoring of others.
- Understanding of or willingness to learn Ngai Tahu values and te reo Maori.
- Life & health insurances
- 5 on 2 off roster outside of calving.
- Modern warm accommodation
- Close knit community with monthly BBQ’s
- 320ha effective fully irrigated by pivots.
- Peak milking 1030 cows.
- A Halter Farm.
- Runoff for wintering 10 minutes away.
- 64 Bale fully automated rotary cowshed, with ECR’s, in bail teat spraying and auto drafting.
- Modern and well-maintained facilities and equipment.
At Ngai Tahu Farming, we're committed to producing sustainable products in line with our values. By joining our team, you'll play a vital role in driving positive change in farming practices throughout Aotearoa - New Zealand, all while contributing to the growth and protection of Ngai Tahu tribal assets for future generations.
Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future for farming in New Zealand. Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team at Ngai Tahu Farming!
Me pehea te tono mai - How to apply: Apply today via our website.
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