Herd Manager - Canterbury
Agriculture & Primary Industry - Ashburton

We require enthusiastic and motivated Herd Managers with a minimum of 2 years on-farm experience and the ability to take on responsibility.

To be a successful candidate you must have proven performance in shed management, animal husbandry, tractor driving, irrigation/effluent management, communicating and keeping basic records, and ensuring vehicles, machinery and farm is well-maintained.

This role has a particular emphasis on animal health and shed hygiene - experience with detecting heats, treating lame cows, rearing calves and health problems is required.

The successful candidates must also be able to work confidently under pressure and as part of a team with a passion for the Dairy Industry, who wants to learn and progress in their career.

Upskilling is highly encouraged and supported

Pasture management is an advantage although not essential as this will be

Shared Accommodation is available

The farm is a drug and smoke-free environment and we may undertake random drug testing from time to time.

Driver’s licence and own vehicle preferred.