FARM MANAGER

Company Overview

• Our client is a leading pasture based dairy operation, supplying high quality raw milk to a major dairy processor.
• The business runs a pasture based breeding and milk production system focused on herd health, productivity and sustainability.

Role Overview

• Our client is looking for an experienced Farm Manager to take responsibility for the day to day running of the dairy operation.
• The role requires strong livestock management skills and sound pasture management knowledge to maintain herd health, productivity and milk quality within a pasture based system.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the dairy herd, including breeding, health, nutrition and general welfare.
• Manage pasture planning, grazing rotations and fodder production to support the pasture based system.
• Supervise and lead farm staff, including labour scheduling and performance management.
• Monitor milk production and quality, working closely with the processing and logistics teams.
• Manage farm equipment, infrastructure and general maintenance.
• Control farm budgets, input costs and stock records.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare, health and safety, and relevant agricultural regulations.
• Report regularly to senior management on production performance and farm operations.

Requirements

• A relevant agricultural qualification (Diploma or Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture or related field).
• Proven experience managing a dairy or livestock farming operation, ideally pasture based.
• Strong practical knowledge of livestock husbandry, breeding and animal health.
• Solid understanding of pasture management, grazing systems and fodder production.
• Good staff management and leadership ability.
• Valid driver's licence.

Preferred Experience

• Experience within a large scale or commercial dairy operation.
• Exposure to pasture based dairy systems specifically, rather than feedlot models.
• Experience managing farm budgets and production reporting.

Application Details

• Interested and qualified candidates should apply via our website or send CVs to [email protected]  Regrettably, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.