The Opportunity If you value the serenity of a remote location and enjoy working independently, this sole-charge property could be the perfect fit for you. It features an efficient and straightforward dairy support farming system that operates seamlessly.
You'll bring your expertise in animal husbandry, pasture management, and farm operations to optimise productivity while maintaining sustainability and animal welfare. With the support of a local Business Manager, we'll ensure Ahaura Farm continues to thrive as a profitable and innovative farm.
Your key tasks and responsibilities will include: Managing feed, stock, and financial budgets in line with a robust business plan.Coordinating and managing the day-to-day operations.Reporting regularly on performance and analysing data through ag tech systems.Regular animal health and weighing.The Farm Ahaura Farm is a 274 effective ha property in the Grey Valley area of West Coast, it's a flat property running 500 R1 dairy replacements and 500 R2 dairy replacements. You'll be closely connected to Pamu's 15 other West Coast farms.
About You You will have a positive, can-do attitude as well as strong internal motivation and work ethic and be comfortable working day-to-day on your own.
You will also have:
Experience in stock performance, pasture management and feed budgeting.Problem solving ability and excellent communication skills.Technically savvy with a strong interest in farm management systems and record keeping equipment.First class attitude to Health and Safety, Animal Welfare and Environmental Management.Current and full NZ driver's licence.Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package including salary, health and life insurance. This role comes with a comfortable three-bedroom home. Primary schooling is located about 10kms away in the township of Ahaura and secondary schooling is in Greymouth with a bus pick-up close by. The location offers a friendly local community and has easy access to a wide range of activities including hiking, fishing and hunting.
Apply Now Applications close on Sunday 05 January 2025. We will be progressing applicants as they come through, so don't delay.
For any questions or more information, please contact Kim Hooper: ******
To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pamu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.
Our values are core to who we are at Pamu and the way that we all work together. We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder.
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