Herd Manager

Details of the offer

Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed.
Accommodation is available - no pets.
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
Candidate must have at least 2 years of relevant experience; OR
A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture industry can substitute for work experience.
Applicants must have the following as per employer's requirement:
Must be physically fit.
Must pass pre-employment drug test.
Must provide a CV and verifiable references of previous employment history.
Must have right to work in NZ/be NZ resident/Citizen.
Feed Production Management:
Assist Farm manager to organize and control any feed planning or management as appropriate.
Oversee the management of weeds & pests implementation to maintain pasture & crops.
Ensure fertilizer implementation and irrigation requirements are maintained by staff.
Milking:
Ensure that all staff carry out the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene & somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards.
Effluent:
Operate & maintain the effluent system on farm to meet all regional council compliance requirements & the employer's standards.
Maintain appropriate effluent management records.
Animals:
Implement animal health program to maintain good health.
Organize and control the animal calving and calf rearing program to achieve minimal loss & ensure high-quality replacements are available for the herd.
Organize sale and purchase of stock to achieve stock targets.
Ensure all herd records are maintained & transferred to the appropriate place.
Train and supervise staff.
Business:
Work with the Farm Manager to contribute to the Farm Business Plan.
Assist to manage repairs & maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery, and infrastructure.
Ensure relevant company policies are understood & adhered to.
Health & Safety:
Comply with health & safety requirements, adhere to policies & procedures.
Meet the above requirement by wearing all personal protective equipment.
Notify Farm Manager of new hazards identified and of any accident or near miss accident & complete Accident Report.
Environment:
Assist to work within best practice environmental guidelines.
Help with major projects as required by the Farm Manager.
Please provide us with information as to your eligibility to work in New Zealand – if you are on a temporary visa or if you are a New Zealand citizen/resident.

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