TMR SHIFT DAIRY MANAGER

Farm Manager SA; Ladismith; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in Ladismith (Western Cape) seeks an experienced dairy farm manager to lead a team in the milking parlour and supervise daily operations. The role includes AI breeding, animal health management, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and milk handling.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma in agriculture with dairy experience and strong leadership with good communication and reliability. The position involves early mornings, weekends, and public holidays on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Diploma in agriculture or dairy management.
• Experience in dairy management.
• Proficient stockmanship.
• Experience in AI (Artificial Insemination).
• Excel and Dairymaster for data entry and performance monitoring.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 13 staff in and around the milking parlour – including supervision of working hours, training, conflict management, and leave planning.
• Perform AI as part of the herd’s breeding program.
• Administer injections, treat sick animals, vaccinations, drips, and general health management – including hoof care.
• Assist with births and calving, as well as aftercare of cows and calves.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the milking parlour.
• Manage milk tanks, including cleaning, transfer, and proper storage of milk.

Skills

Dairy management

Stockmanship

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Agricultural Diploma

Tools

Excel

Dairymaster

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural Diploma
• Dairy management experience
• Great stockmanship
• Strong record of management skills
• Ability to AI (Artificial Insemination)
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Dairymaster for data entry and performance monitoring.
• Valid driver’s license

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• A genuine love for dairy farming and animal welfare. A deep respect and care for our dairy cows are non-negotiable.
• Good communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, including early mornings, weekends, and public holidays as part of a rotating schedule.
• A strong desire to grow in the dairy industry, with a positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and progress to higher management levels.
• The ability to be self-reflective and take full responsibility for his/her actions.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Manage a team of 13 staff members in and around the milking parlour – including supervision of working hours, training, conflict management, and leave planning.
• Perform AI as part of the herd’s breeding program.
• Administer injections, treat sick animals, vaccinations, drips, and general health management – including hoof care.
• Assist with births and calving, as well as aftercare of cows and calves.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the milking parlour.
• Manage milk tanks, including cleaning, transfer, and proper storage of milk.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted