Job title: Farm Manager – Glencoe Livestock Company
Company: Glencoe Livestock Company
Job description : Job Details
Category: Sheep and Beef
Location: Napier/Hastings
Location: Located in Patoka, 45 minutes from Hastings and Napier.
About Us:
Glencoe Livestock Company is a business with a proud heritage located in the established farming district of Patoka, an area with a reputation for consistent seasons and excellent farming conditions. It is owned by Brent and Jackie Paterson who have recently moved off farm and now live in Havelock North. They are involved at a governance level in the business and provide support where required for the Farm Manager.
Farm Overview:
Glencoe is a 560ha sheep, beef and dairy grazing operation that has seen significant investment across fencing, water systems and pasture/forages to ensure it is purpose-built to suit the livestock systems in place. The property is located in the Kaweka Community Catchment Collective (KCCC), which is a progressive group with extension programs to further develop the people and the environment.
Role Overview:
Brent and Jackie are seeking a Farm Manager who is motivated to develop a long-term relationship with them. This Farm Manager role involves many facets of modern farming including sheep and beef breeding and finishing, dairy heifer weight gain grazing and wagyu grazing to targeted weight gain profiles. The Manager is also responsible for training and supporting the keen Growing Future Farmers student currently on the property.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage sheep and beef breeding and finishing operations.
Oversee dairy heifer weight gain grazing and wagyu grazing.
Implement managed weight gain plans and monitor costs.
Train and support staff, including Growing Future Farmers students.
Utilize technology to enhance farm productivity.
General maintenance work on farm infrastructure.
Key Requirements:
Excellent understanding of the fundamentals of farming.
Strong understanding of feed quality and supply/demand.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Keen interest in utilizing technology and modern systems.
Computer literacy and ideally experience in using FarmIQ, Farmax software applications.
Strong forward planning and time management skills.
Experience managing a small team of dogs.
Why Join Us:
Great support systems in place with owners willing to share knowledge.
Opportunity to work within an inclusive farming environment.
Modern farming operation with a close relationship with suppliers.
Well-presented homestead with established grounds.
Chance to mentor a GFF student and contribute to their development.
To Apply:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.
Date Posted: 2024-10-07
Expected Salary: [Insert Salary Here]
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