Farm Manager Jobs

We require a motivated and reliable Farm Manager and Herd Manager to join our team on a progressive, spring calving farm near Whangarei. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and wants to grow their skills and responsibility over time. This role is one that has potential to transfer to a Contract Milking role as the Owners wish to step back within the next 1-2 years. You'll be involved in all day-to-day dairy operations, with good systems, support and opportunities to upskill for the right person. Farm Size (ha): 185 Peak Herd Size (cows): 420 Typical On-farm Staff: 2.5 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: 2 * 3 Bedroom Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 55 Roster: Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

Managing a split calving dairy farm. Suit couple. Rear calves. Look after water supply and electric fences. Farm Size (ha): 100 Peak Herd Size (cows): 200 Typical On-farm Staff: 2 Accommodation available: 3 bedroom older home Hour Type: season Average Hours Per week: 60 Roster: Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits): 100k

**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.

We are looking for a motivated and capable Farm Manager to lead our high-performing dairy farm. Our operation is a top performer in financial results, productivity, efficiency, environmental stewardship, and community service. We run a well-proven, successful farm system with clear expectations and strong support. This role is backed by young, enthusiastic owners who are hands-on, supportive, and committed to developing people. We have a strong track record of staff achieving career progression, formal qualifications, and industry awards. What we offer: - A proven, efficient farm system - Genuine support and investment from owners - Clear opportunities for career development and progression - A positive, professional team culture If you take pride in performance, leadership, and continual improvement — and want a role where your career can grow — we’d love to hear from you. We will only be considering applications where applicants are already eligible to work in NZ. Farm Size (ha): 170 Peak Herd Size (cows): 500 Typical On-farm Staff: 3 full time Accommodation available: Tidy, modern, 3 bedroom home Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

We are seeking a keen and motivated person to manage our 132ha, 360 cow dairy farm. The farm is mainly flat with some rolling hills. It is a low system, low stress operation. The successful applicant would be responsible not just for the milk harvesting, pasture management, weed control but also the day to day management of a staff member. The 3 bedroom home on the farm is 5 minutes from the local township with a primary school and childcare centre. It is 20 minutes from Dannevirke. We are open to tailoring the position to suit the right person.

Due to our current Farm management people heading to new opportunities, we are looking for a capable person with experience in the dairy industry to help manage our 1100 cow Dairy Farm at Ngapara North Otago. This position would involve running the day to day system on the dairy farm, grass, cows, staff. 900 cows calved in spring and 200 in autumn. Milk all year round. Strengths needed for this role is a good understanding of pasture management, animal husbandry, staff management, irrigation and an ability to problem solve. A great attitude and good communication is also a must. The role would allow the opportunity for growth and development of your skills, while enhancing the skills you already have. We use a lot of technology to run farm, so need the applicant to have the skills to use it (Allflex collars, Protrack, irrigation technology etc). Opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step into management to be overseen by old manager that knows the farm system. Possibility of changing collars to Halter. Farm Size (ha): 320 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1100 Typical On-farm Staff: 5 Accommodation available: Different options depending on applicant. We have a tidy 3-bedroom home on farm with wood fire and heat pump. Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 65 Roster: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

Due to our current farm manager wanting to have a change in his farming role, and our current 2ic getting another Managers role for next season, we are on the lookout for a motivated person who is keen to take the next step in the Dairy Industry. We are after a well rounded person that is after a dairy farm managers position in North Otago. We milk 1100 cows and have a split calving of 900 spring, and 200 autumn calvers. We milk all year and have acquired a feed pad to do this. We will winter cows on farm and we have an adjacent runoff where we run all our young stock. We have a 320ha platform that is irrigated via spray irrigation (Pivots, Fixed Grid, Kline). Cows are milked through a 60 bail Waikato Rotary cowshed. Its equipped with cup removers, Protrack and inshed feeding. We have used Allflex collars on our cows for 9 seasons and are looking into other options of wearables currently. The successful applicant would run the day to day management of the dairy platform. Cows, Grass, feeding, people and harvesting the milk in an efficient way. We would offer support through the farm owner and current manager working alongside the applicant to find their feet and to learn our system. We have an existing team of capable and good humans, and we like to foster a fun and safe work environment for our team that makes our farm an enjoyable place to work. Farm Size (ha): 320 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1100 Typical On-farm Staff: 5 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: Different options depending on applicant. We have a tidy 3 bedroom home on farm with wood fire and heat pump. Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 65 Roster: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

An opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Farm Manager to lead the operations of a 340-cow dairy farm, just 10 minutes from Kaikoura. **About the Role:** - Manage the day-to-day operations of the farm, ensuring smooth and efficient running. - Demonstrate excellent stockmanship, including calf rearing and youngstock management. - Apply proven skills in pasture management to maintain and improve farm productivity. - Operate a 36 ASHB cowshed with cup removers and oversee K-Line irrigation systems effectively. - Maintain high standards of work while fostering a positive, can-do farm culture. **What’s on Offer:** - Accommodation: 2 x 3-bedroom houses available; school bus passes the gate. - Replacements remain on-farm, making youngstock management experience essential. - Flexible contract arrangements, negotiable to suit the right candidate. If you take pride in your work, have strong all-round dairy farming skills, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity to progress in the industry, we want to hear from you.

Dairy Farm Manager for 360Cow dairy operation located Pahiatua NZ. The farm is 126 hectares effective with an adjacent 52 hectare runoff. The role has responsibility over both blocks. 360 cows are peak milked with R1 and R2 year hfrs grazed on the adjacent runoff. 2026 Season 170,000kgMS target 2025 Season 161,500kgMS Target 2027 is 170,000kgMS The role will require the following: - Great Stockmanship and the ability to feed cows well. These cows are doing close to 500kgMS/cow - The desire to grow out young stock well. Young stock are grazed at the runoff and the responsibility of the Farm Manager. - Good understanding of Animal Health and experience with diagnosis and treatment of common Cow challenges. - A sound understanding of cowshed management including plant hygiene/ food safety standards. - Strong pasture management skills - willing to plate farm fortnightly. - Ability to lead and communicate well with staff - 2Ic and relief staff - A willingness to communicate actively with the farm owners and a willingness to be coached by farm owners. - Sound understanding of technology - use of Minda/Fonterra Dairy Diary/Resolution. - Willingness to capture data to support good decision making. The farm is part of a larger family-owned operation milking 1400 cows in North of Pahiatua. You will be part of a larger team which has the ability to provide support when required. The Farm owners are looking for a Team Player who is open to learning and willing to be coached. The farm is performing well with a developed farm system, and we would envisage that a new Farm Manager would adopt our base system. We pride ourselves in growing the capability and knowledge of our Farm Managers. We are seeking NZ residents for this role and looking for a minimum 3-year commitment. Please do not apply if you are not already based on NZ. Farm Size (ha) 180 Peak Herd Size (cows) 365 Typical On-farm Staff 2.5 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available 4 bedroom Weather Board House Hour Type week Average Hours Per week 55 Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

Elite Farm Managers Position With Equity Potential – 640 Cows Hamilton This farm manager’s position is located at 454 Collins Road only a few minutes from Hamilton. The farm is 195ha effective milking platform and an internal runoff of 50ha. Currently wintering 640 cows and farmed under a simple pasture based system. This position has become available as the current manager has decided to take up an equity lease opportunity within the wider group. The successful applicant will be given a lot of autonomy with day to day management and must demonstrate experience and knowledge in the following disciplines: - Recruit, develop and organise staff in a way that creates a strong team environment - Technical and practical skill in feed budgeting and allocation. - Financial budgeting ability and able to perform to budget. - Stock management – Ability to create and implement SCC, Lameness, Heat detection and all related animal health plans for a large dairy herd. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Computer literacy and sound record keeping practices eg (Minda/Nait) - The operation and maintenance of machinery - Capable of implementing the weed, water, fencing, races and general farm maintenance - Well-developed time management practices. - Health and Safety practices - Effluent management and other compliance requirements of modern dairy farming The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to have on-going training and support from the owners where required. There is long term progression within the role as the farm has been a long term lease farm within the JD and RD Wallace farming group. Business opportunities such as equity investment, contract milking and larger management opportunities are open for discussion as the owners have a long history of such partnerships. The role comes with a tidy 3-bedroom home. The farm has two other tidy three bedroom houses. Historically relief labour has also been easy to source due to the farms location and the current experienced 21C and Herd manager are keen to stay on. The farm has a very successful history consistently benchmarking in the top 10% of profit per hectare for Waikato dairy farms. Operating under a simple pasture based farming system. Strategic once a day is used with the young cows going on OAD before mating and often the whole herd is OAD from January. The herd has been a settled herd for 30+ years with LIC breeding and four herd tests per season. The farm has 75% peat flats with 25% flat clay soils with an excellent fertiliser history. The farm has a modern machinery fleet and excellent farm infrastructure with an excellent cow flow 36 bale HB cow shed. The scale of farm allows for full time or part time work for partners and extended family members. An offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test which may include hair follicle drug testing. Please apply via email with a cover letter and CV with at least two current verbal referees or email any enquiries to: Kane.osborne99@gmail.com

**Dairy Farm Instructor - Ara Poutama / Department of Corrections** Lead a dairy team, grow skills, Change lives! We’re looking for an experienced Dairy Farmer to run our award‑winning 135ha, 360‑cow operation, producing approx. 130,000 kgMS annually. This role combines hands‑on farm leadership with meaningful mahi that supports reintegration and skill‑building for the tāne in our care. **Mō te Tūnga | About the role** - Oversee all daily dairy operations. - Lead, coach, and develop staff and participants. - Manage training & industry qualifications. - Build strong commercial relationships. - Monday–Friday, 5am–6pm (seasonal flexibility required) - Occasional public holiday work and essential callouts **Mōu | About you** - Strong farming background & proven dairy management experience - Excellent animal husbandry - Confident leadership & communication skills - Ability to work in Te Ao Māori environments. - Respect for diverse cultures and backgrounds. - Clean full NZ driver licence - Must live in NZ and hold a valid NZ work visa. - Training/education experience a bonus. All applicants must pass criminal history, medical, physical & drug testing. **Utu ā-tau | Salary** $79,500 – $93,210 (based on experience) To Apply: Submit your CV & Cover Letter using the link below or via our careers site. Email applications will not be accepted. Applications close: Wednesday 4 February 2026

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Farm Manager to join our family-owned dairy operation, located just 5 minutes from Temuka. 54 Bale Rotary Feed Pad Pivot Irrigation Halter The ideal candidate will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the farm, ensuring consistent performance in areas such as production, animal health, pasture management, staff oversight, and operational systems. You will work closely with the owners to achieve the farm's goals while upholding our core values. This position would be well-suited for a couple, as a calf-rearing role is also available. Key Responsibilities Farm Operations - Plan, coordinate, and manage daily milking, feeding, animal health, and general farm activities. - Ensure milk quality standards are consistently met. - Oversee pasture management, feed budgeting, and supplementary feed use. - Operate and maintain farm equipment and infrastructure. - High standards for Farm appearance Animal Health & Welfare - Monitor herd health and implement preventative animal health programs. - Work closely with vets and other service providers to ensure best practices. - Ensure all livestock are treated humanely and according to industry standards. Staff Management - Lead and manage two staff members, ensuring a positive and productive work environment. - Plan rosters, allocate tasks, and provide ongoing training and support. - Foster a strong team culture with a focus on safety and wellbeing. Compliance & Sustainability - Maintain accurate records for herd management, milk production, and farm performance. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices. - Manage effluent systems responsibly and in line with regional requirements. Reporting & Planning - Report farm performance and challenges to the owner. - Attend meetings with advisors Skills & Experience Required - Proven experience managing - Strong herd management and pasture management knowledge. - Ability to lead, motivate, and support a small team. - Sound mechanical knowledge and ability to operate farm machinery. - Strong communication and problem-solving skills. - Excellent record-keeping and technology skills. - Commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility. Personal Attributes - Reliable, motivated, and hardworking. - Proactive and solutions-focused. - Able to work independently and as part of a team. No overseas applications will be accepted. Farm Size (ha) 150 Peak Herd Size (cows) 580 Typical On-farm Staff 3 Accommodation available 4 Bedroom House Hour Type season Average Hours Per week 55 Roster Double rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) 90000

We operate a 530ha dairy platform with a newly acquired 250ha support block 4kms away. We are in the process of increasing our dairy herd size to 1200 milking cows over the next 2 years. The dairy has a 70-bail rotary w/ACR's, MilkHub drafting, weighing, and feeding system and a new vet bail w/crush and scales. We are self-contained, running all our young stock on the support block. We are located 100kms south of Hokitika, 30kms north of Franz Josef, in the heart of a hunting, whitebaiting and outdoor adventure playground. We are seeking a highly motivated person wanting to progress in the industry, who has proven dairy farm management experience with top performance. The manager will be responsible for: - Overall running a 530ha dairy platform (500ha effective); - And 250ha support block 4kms away; - Overseeing ~6 staff; - Reporting to the Operations Manager on a regular schedule; - Rostering of staff days and duties; - Delegating farm tasks to other staff members; - Pasture Management; - Following a budget; - All Recording of herd and farm events. Successful applicant must have a sound understanding of employment responsibilities and all aspects of dairy farming. We offer above-average remuneration. We utilise the Dairy NZ Farm Manager job description, so successful applicant must be familiar with this document and able to perform all duties listed within. Apply by cover letter and CV, including a minimum of 2 referees to lcp3437@gmail.com. No overseas applications will be accepted.

Are you ambitious and motivated? Do you have a proven track record of success? Would you consider yourself to be in the top 10% of NZ farmers? We are seeking a farm manager to run our 275ha property in Mayfield milking 1100 cows through a 60 bail rotary with cup removers. The property is irrigated by 6 pivots with the remainder fixed grid. The successful applicants will have the following attributes or competencies: - Proud of being a high performer - Ability to create a great team environment and on-farm culture - Able to motivate and guide their team to achieve top results - Excellent communication, staff management, pasture management, and animal husbandry skills - Excellent technical skills and attention to detail - Large herd experience an advantage Only serious experienced applications will be considered. Farm Size (ha): 275 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1100 Typical On-farm Staff: 5 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: Modern 4 bedroom Jennian home Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 55 Roster: Single rotation - 5 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits): $120,000

Dairy Herd Manager. To assist owner in the day to day running of the farm...all aspects, milking, cleaning, weeds etc. Has to have high expertise (Qualification necessary) in welding, apart from milking this will be a big part of your day. Exceptional communication skills are a must, so is a sense of humour. Farm Size (ha): 140 Peak Herd Size (cows): 500 Typical On-farm Staff: 3 Position Start Date: 26/01/2026 Accommodation available: 1 bedroom house Hour Type: season Average Hours Per week: 40-50 Roster: Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

Ashton is currently BEL Group’s largest dairy farm and will operate in its current form through to 31 May 2027. The farm is flat, well established, and supported by a strong, loyal, and experienced team. For the upcoming season, Ashton will continue operating as a split-calving system. At the same time, the farm will begin a major development programme, including the rollout of full irrigation and significant infrastructure upgrades over the next 18 months. Once that transition is complete and the new operating model is in place, Ashton will move to a smaller, autumn-calving system. We’re looking for a Future Farm Manager — someone ready for the next step, working alongside an on-farm senior manager and supported by the Operations Manager. You’ll share day-to-day responsibility during the current phase and contribute to the development programme and transition to the new farm system. From 1 June 2027, you’ll step into the permanent Farm Manager role on the new autumn-calving Ashton operation. Now to 31 May 2027: 2,115 cows across 580ha, 60-bale rotary, split herd (spring and autumn), Protrack, feedpad. From 1 June 2027: 1,170 cows across 259ha, 60-bale rotary, Protrack, feedpad, autumn calving. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role This is a step-up leadership role with two phases. Between now and 31 May 2027, the focus is on running a large, high-performing split-calving operation with strong routines, clear standards, and excellent execution — with hands-on support from the other on-farm senior manager and the Operations Manager as irrigation and infrastructure upgrades roll out. From 1 June 2027, the role steps into Farm Manager of the new autumn-calving Ashton operation, embedding the system, team routines and performance expectations as the farm transitions into its long-term structure. What we’re looking for Proven experience leading a dairy team, with the confidence to operate at scale. Strong systems discipline — someone who sets standards, runs clean routines, and follows through. Sound pasture and feed management thinking, with comfort using tools and data to support decisions. Strong people leadership and communication, with a practical, calm approach when things get busy. A solid compliance mindset, tidy record keeping, and pride in presentation, assets and machinery care.

Tarngate is a brand-new farm within BEL Group’s major development programme. This spring-calving, pasture-first operation will milk 1,000 cows across 232ha effective, with a new 60-bale rotary under construction, full irrigation, and modern in-shed tech including in-shed feeding, auto teat spray, walk-over weigh and auto drafting to maximise pasture performance. Set on a flat, well-laid-out property, this is a rare opportunity to help establish a new farm from the ground up — embedding strong routines, building a great team, and setting the system up for long-term success. It suits an experienced leader with proven pasture capability and strong people leadership. Located around 15 minutes from Waipukurau and close to schools and local amenities, Tarngate includes a large on-farm family home that will be refurbished. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role Tarngate is a new farm operation within a major development programme, and we’re looking for someone who can set the benchmark from day one. The focus is on embedding strong routines and standards, and building a system that runs cleanly and delivers performance at scale. A key part of the role is bedding in new infrastructure and technology, including the new rotary and in-shed systems, and turning those tools into practical efficiency. Pasture discipline remains central, alongside clear expectations, strong planning, and a team that executes. What we’re looking for: - Proven Farm Manager experience in large-herd, multi-staff operations. - Strong capability setting up farm systems, routines and accountability. - Confident pasture operator with disciplined measurement and feed decisions. - Proven ability to build a team, set expectations early, and lift capability. - Comfortable adopting new infrastructure and in-shed tech to improve consistency. - Strong compliance mindset (animal welfare, NAIT, records, environmental/effluent). - Commercial discipline with good standards around presentation, assets and machinery.

This position has the potential to move into a Contract Milking opportunity for the right person. We are a family owned and operated farm in Kelso, the heart of West Otago. We are looking for someone that has at least 5 years experience in the industry, must be able to live and work in New Zealand, have a current drivers licence and is passionate about agriculture and dairy farming. You would be joining a thriving dairy farm in a beautiful spot, on the edge of the Pomahaka river, only 10 mins to Tapanui, 25mins to Gore and 2 hours to Dunedin, or Queenstown. We milk through a 54 bale rotary shed with ACR's, and Smart Wash. We have 2 support blocks nearby. Key Responsibilities would include: - Oversee the day to day running of the dairy farm, ensuring optimal animal welfare and farm productivity. - Manage the herd, implementing best practices in milking and nutrition. - Excellent leadership and communication skills. - Supporting staff You will need to have a strong understanding of dairy herd management, animal husbandry and experience in using farm machinery. We milk all year round - milking 250 cows over June/July Calving 150 in February, 100 in May and 600 in July/August Our wintering barn holds 750 cows, with an extension happening next season. This position may suit a couple, with work available for a partner. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, please get in touch.

Hedley is a pasture-first, grass-based farm set under the ranges. You’ll be managing a 650-cow operation across 225ha, milking through a 44-aside herringbone, with mixed terrain that offers real variety and keeps the job interesting. This opportunity has come about through an internal promotion, with the current Farm Manager progressing into a broader leadership role within BEL Group. So, you’ll step into a well-established operation with a long-standing, experienced team. Located around 20 minutes from Waipukurau, with a local primary school close by and other schooling options within easy reach, this is a practical move for someone wanting to grow within a progressive farming business. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join as BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role This is a hands-on Farm Manager role where you can really make your mark. The focus is on driving performance through disciplined pasture management — turning pasture data into smart decisions, keeping the system simple and repeatable, and executing the plan well every day. Seasonal delivery is a big part of the challenge and the satisfaction. You’ll set the farm up for a strong calving, drive mating performance, and stay ahead of winter planning, while maintaining high standards of animal health, compliance and farm presentation. What we’re looking for: - Proven experience leading a dairy team and delivering results through people. - Strong pasture skills and confidence running a pasture-first, grass-based system with sound feed decisions. - Practical, organised operator who executes the plan, keeps systems simple, and stays ahead of calving, mating and winter. - High standards in animal health and welfare, with tidy routines and accurate records (including NAIT). - Comfortable with compliance and reporting, including environmental/effluent requirements and consent obligations. - Good business discipline — budget awareness, strong farm presentation, and care of assets and machinery. - Large-herd and multi-staff leadership experience is an advantage. 👉 Copy the following to apply Farm Manager - Hedley 💬 For a confidential discussion, contact Chloe on chloe@no8hr.com