Herd Manager – 520 Cows – Opunake

Erindale Farms 2023 Limited is operating a multi farm business. James and Aleisha own a 300 cow farm and sharemilk another 300 cow farm 3km up the road. The farms are run separately but at times we work together and share equipment. The current vacancy is on our Home Farm which is 300 cows on 107ha, located 10 mins to Morrinsville with a brand new 30 a side cowshed and tidy housing. We run a simple pasture based system and rear 70 replacement calves on farm until 1st May. Our goal is to be leading farmers so we all work hard and achieve high standards. What we can offer: - Fulltime role - Opportunity to learn from good low cost, grass-based farmers. - A positive and supportive work environment - A varied role: All aspects of the day to day running of the Dairy farm. - Good time off with flexible roster, OAD milking Feb onwards. - Competitive remuneration and quality housing - Networks within the wider industry - An opportunity to progress within our team and our wider family group. What we are looking for: - Motivated individual that is looking to make a career out of dairy farming, ideally 1-2 years New Zealand based farming experience. - Fluent English speaker as you will be required to run the farm on your own when owners are away. - A quiet achiever who is the type of person to get stuck in and get their jobs done - Someone who can work as part of the wider team as well as milk and carry out daily tasks on their own as required. - Someone who has a great attitude and strives to do their best each day. With support, you will be responsible for managing the daily milking routine, feed budgeting, picking paddocks and other daily operations including; Milking: Sole charge efficient and hygienic milking routine Stock: Safe handling & treatment of stock, reporting health & welfare safety issues, use & maintain vehicles & machinery, Control weeds, carry out farmwalks, pick paddocks, set break fences, feed out grass silage with tractor & wagon, effluent and water management, be part of the Farm Health & Safety culture. Please note: We are flexible around job title: This role could fit a Herd manager / Assistant Manager / Farm Manager with the owners input adjusted to suit.

Looking for a driven hardworking couple who is a team player to join our team next season :) Looking for a Herd Manager & partner who can relieve milk. Someone who is reliable hardworking honest & is a team player with 2-4 years experience. Someone who has good communication skills & responsible & takes pride in what they do. Person MUST hold a NZ residence. Starting date: 1st June 2026. 450 cows, herringbone 40 aside. Location: Pirongia 5 mins to Pirongia township 18-20 to Te Awamutu & Hamilton. Pirongia Primary 5kms away. If this sounds like you send in your cvs to - email: greenpastures2026ltd@gmail.com. Farm Size (ha) 130ha. Peak Herd Size (cows) 450. Typical On-farm Staff 1+ working alongside contract milker. Position Start Date 01/06/2026. Accommodation available 3 bedroom with single garage. Hour Type negotiable. Average Hours Per week 50. Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off. Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) $65,000.

We are looking for a dependable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our Taranaki-based operation, located just 10 minutes from Inglewood. The role begins in June or July 2026 (start date flexible to suit the successful applicant). Our farm milks approximately 320 cows through a 40‑aside herringbone shed with in‑shed feeding. You’ll work alongside the farm owner and support the day‑to‑day running of the farm. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: · Milking and maintaining high hygiene standards · Setting break fences and moving stock · Young stock management · Weed control · Calf rearing · Tractor operation · General repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems The ideal candidate will have: · Holds a restricted or full driver’s licence · Is physically fit and capable of lifting heavy loads · Can work weekends and early mornings · Currently lives in New Zealand and is eligible to work here (we are not AEWV-accredited) · Is reliable, motivated, and eager to learn · Has genuine care for animal health and welfare · Communicates well · Has a clean criminal record and can pass a pre‑employment drug test · Maintains a clean and tidy home and work environment · Is open to on‑the‑job training — we’re happy to teach the right person What’s on Offer · Accommodation: 2-bedroom cottage available · Flexible contract arrangements for the right candidate. If you’re keen to grow your skills in the dairy industry, we would love to hear from you.

*PART-TIME FARM WORKER REQUIRED - JULY TO SEPT & MARCH TO MAY* Drive-in position (15 minutes from New Plymouth - farm is by the Airport) 290 cows Split calving - 200 in autumn & 100 in spring System 4 - maize & silage grown on farm, PK bought in Needing someone from July - Sept & March - May (about 6 months of calving but there can potentially be more work throughout the season) 4-5 hours in the morning, wrapping up by 9/9:30am (this is flexible for the right person) Pay is negotiable $25 - $35+ per hour depending on farming experience and distance travelled Opportunity for more hours/relief milking work for the right person! You'll be working alongside me and occasionally my partner will tag along. Both of us are team-players, passionate about the industry and enjoy having a laugh. The ideal person would be someone who's had some experience in the industry, who has moved to town and is looking for a bit of casual farm work without the pressure of decision making. However willing to give the right person a crack as well. Would be ideal if you are competent on farm i.e. around stock, bikes, tractors etc. but training can be provided. Hours can be made to work around things too like School drop offs etc. If this sounds like it could be a bit of you please apply on here or send through a cv to Faanoidairy@gmail.com fa'afetai lava! Look forward to hearing from ya.

**Job Description** We are seeking an experienced and capable Farm Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of our 180-cow farm, 70-hectare dairy farm in Warea, South Taranaki operating a 16-aside herringbone shed. The Farm Manager is responsible for meeting farm goals in terms of production, animal performance, feed, environment, machinery. Milking dairy herd sole charge on daily basis. **This farm features:** - Milking platform: 70 ha platform - Contour: Predominantly flat contour with some rolling hills - Infrastructure: 16-bail herringbone shed with new ab race and drafting facility - Herd: 180 cows producing 70,000 kg MS **What you will bring:** - Experience in managing a dairy farm. - Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a team. - Understands pasture management & animal welfare best practice. - Experience and confidence in identifying cows for AB. - Can follow and implement Health & Safety best practice. - Familiarity with farm management technology and record keeping systems. - Reliable and honest with a good work ethic. - Strong communication skills both written and verbal. - Machinery skills which includes tractor work and feeding out effluent spreading. - Motivated with a hands-on approach to managing their team. - Competent in all aspects of dairy farming in NZ. - Treat the property with pride and a sense of ownership. - A current full NZ driver’s license. **What we offer you:** - An excellent remuneration package is offered based on skills and experience. - Scalable farming practices with hands-on support from an experienced General Manager/Farm Supervisor. - A supportive team-focused environment where your growth matters, with career development opportunities. - A great work/family life balance. **How to apply:** Please send your application with a CV and cover letter to jacobglen7@hotmail.com. As Block B is committed to a safe and healthy work environment, the successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a drug screening test. Applicants for this role must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

**Job Description** **Feed Production Management** • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. **Milking** • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. **Effluent** • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. **Animals** • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. **Business** • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • A minimum of at least 12 months New Zealand Dairy Farming Experience required. • Dedication, commitment and willing to learn are the traits we are looking for. **Farm Size (ha)**: 230 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 650 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 4 **Accommodation available**: SHARED ACCOMMODATION **Average Hours Per week**: 40 **Roster**: Single rotation - 5 Days on / 2 days Off **Remuneration paid by**: By Negotiation

**Job Description** **Feed Production Management** • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. **Milking** • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. **Effluent** • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. **Animals** • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. **Business** • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • A minimum of at least 24 months New Zealand dairy farming experience required. • Salary range of $65,800 to $85,000 depending on credentials. **Farm Size (ha)**: 140 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 450 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 3 **Accommodation available**: SHARED ACCOMMODATION **Average Hours Per week**: 40 **Roster**: Single rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off **Remuneration paid by**: By Negotiation

We are seeking a keen enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join our team. Duties include milking, day work such as putting up break fences, spraying. We have a tidy farm located on the township boundary with approximately 420 cows, a 44 a/s h/b shed with Inshed feed and cup removers, and a travelling irrigator. Ideally, candidates should have a minimum of 1 year's experience. Tractor work is minimal and not essential to know how to drive one. We autumn calve (mid March - end of April) and dry off in the summer, requiring extra hands during calving and AB. Must be a team player and have an idea about technology, as we use it for timesheets, Health & Safety, and on-farm learning. If you have a willingness to learn, are time efficient and reliable, please contact us. Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom house with car shed and school bus at the gate.

Are you passionate about dairy farming and want to develop professionally within the industry? We are large scale, established Contract Milkers moving onto a new farm next season. Due to our progressive employees career growth, we have the exciting opportunity for two new team members to join us in our venture. The farm has the following: - 1600 cows. 60-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray and inshed feeding. System 3-4 with Halter technology. Located 10 minutes to Reporoa town and 25 minutes from Taupo. What we require: - At least two full time years of successful farming experience - Excellent animal health management; including but not limited to identifying and treating mastitis and lameness - A good grasp of basic feed allocation - A great communicator, who will bring positivity to our team - The ability to prioritise and excellent time management - Good 2-wheeler and tractor driving ability - A desire to advance with the times with on farm technology and farming innovation - A full clean driver’s license - Ability to pass both a pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing What we offer: - Excellent roster; 4 days off in 14 including alternate weekends - Competitive salary based on experience - A supportive environment with training and career growth opportunity - A good quality two or three bedroom home - A well-maintained farm with good infrastructure and quality machinery - High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability How to apply: To apply please send an up-to-date CV including two references from previous employers to idealfarming@outlook.com.

We are seeking an experienced and hard working people to join our team. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Must be in New Zealand and have a current work visa. Milking 550 cows split calving. Milk harvesting. Manage mating, calving, and young stock requirement. Ensure animal welfare standards are followed at all times. Shifting the irrigator, animal wellbeing. Feeding out maize and PK on feed pad. Skills: 2IC qualifications would be beneficial and must be able to pass a pre-employment, random drug testing and a police check. Safely know how to drive a tractor and use quad bike. Must be a team player and get on with others. Machinery operating and maintenance, weed control and general farm work.