Herd Manager

JobSpace; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive farm environment

Established operation in Bay of Plenty

Permanent full-time role

Job summary

Bakshish Farm Limited in Mamaku, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, seeks a reliable Herd Manager to oversee day-to-day dairy cattle care, milking operations, pasture use, animal health, and performance of the farming operation.

The role includes supervising staff, maintaining high milk quality and hygiene, and coordinating with veterinary services as needed. Minimum 2 years in dairy farming or related roles preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant dairy farming or livestock experience.
• NZQA Level 5 qualification or higher preferred.
• Able to supervise staff and maintain animal welfare standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day care and supervision of dairy cattle.
• Oversee milking operations and maintain milk quality and hygiene.
• Monitor animal health and arrange veterinary attention when needed.
• Implement feeding plans, pasture allocation, and stock movement.
• Assist calving, mating, and herd reproductive management.
• Record herd, production, and treatment data accurately.
• Maintain farm equipment and supervise assistants.

Skills

Dairy farming experience

Livestock management

Milk quality

Herd management

Education

NZQA Level 5 or higher

Job description

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• Employer: Bakshish Farm Limited
• Location: Mamaku, Rotorua / Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
• Job type: Full-time, permanent
• Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week
• Pay rate: $28.00 to $35.00 per hour

About us

Bakshish Farm Limited is a New Zealand dairy farming business based in Mamaku, Bay of Plenty. We are seeking a reliable and experienced Herd Manager to join our farm operations team and assist with the day-to-day management of livestock, milking operations, pasture utilisation, animal health, and general farm performance.

Key duties and responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to:

• Managing the day-to-day care and supervision of dairy cattle.
• Overseeing milking operations and maintaining high standards of milk quality and hygiene.
• Monitoring animal health and identifying livestock requiring treatment or veterinary attention.
• Implementing feeding plans, pasture allocation, and stock movement as required.
• Assisting with calving, mating, and herd reproductive management.
• Recording and maintaining herd, production, and treatment records.
• Monitoring farm equipment and reporting maintenance requirements.
• Supervising and supporting farm assistants and other staff where required.
• Ensuring compliance with animal welfare, health and safety, and farm operating procedures.
• Assisting with general farm work including fencing, effluent-related tasks, shed hygiene, and other operational duties as needed.

Candidate requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet one of the following minimum requirements:

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in dairy farming, livestock farming, or a closely related role; or
• A qualification at NZQA Level 5 or above

What we offer

• Minimum 30 hours and maximum of 50 hours of work per week.
• Supportive farm work environment.
• Opportunity to work in an established dairy farming operation in the Bay of Plenty region.

Applications from candidates currently in New Zealand and overseas are welcome, provided they meet the above requirements.