Livestock Production Manager — Sheep & Cattle (On-site Housing)

Placements24; Queenstown; Sur place; NZD 65 000 - 97 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

On-site accommodation

Competitive medical aid

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Annual leave

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an experienced Livestock Production Manager to oversee all farm operations near Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team of farm workers, coordinate breeding and feeding programs, and monitor animal health and welfare to ensure productivity and sustainability.

You will drive efficient feed strategies, maintain records, collaborate with veterinarians and nutritionists, and ensure compliance with farm regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Animal Science, Agriculture, Veterinary Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years hands-on livestock production management experience (sheep and cattle).
• Knowledge of nutrition, genetics, reproduction and health management for ruminants.
• Experience managing breeding programs and improving herd performance.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.

Responsabilités

• Supervise all aspects of sheep and cattle production, including breeding, feeding, health care and finishing.
• Develop and implement feeding programs based on nutritional needs and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee animal health management, including vaccination and treatment protocols.
• Lead breeding programs to improve genetic quality and reproductive efficiency.
• Ensure high welfare standards and adherence to ethical guidelines.
• Manage grazing land, pasture rotations and record-keeping of livestock data.
• Oversee farm infrastructure, equipment, and resources; supervise farm workers.

Connaissances

Livestock management

Breeding programs

Nutrition knowledge

Health management

Leadership

Record-keeping

Formation

Animal Science degree or Diploma

Outils

Farm management software

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks an experienced Livestock Production Manager to oversee all farm operations near Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team of farm workers, coordinate breeding and feeding programs, and monitor animal health and welfare to ensure productivity and sustainability.

You will drive efficient feed strategies, maintain records, collaborate with veterinarians and nutritionists, and ensure compliance with farm regulations.