The Waitonui Milltrust Group is a large-scale mixed farming business, operating in both the North and South Islands. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager in Enfield to oversee the management of 4 dairy farms and 6 dry stock properties. These comprise of approximately 1510 ha, milking 5000 cows, to produce 2m kgMS. There is a further 1200 ha operated as a dairy support block grazing.
Reporting to the General Manager, the priority is to maximise sustainable profits from diverse enterprises. This means effective allocation of resources while maintaining flexibility to take advantage of scale without compromising performance. The position has been designed to strengthen the business’s management resources, ensure sustainability at senior management level and enable delegation that meets the demands of the business.
Success to date has reflected a practical approach combined with timely decision making. We therefore seek someone with a proven track record...
May 07, 2021
Full time
The Waitonui Milltrust Group is a large-scale mixed farming business, operating in both the North and South Islands. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager in Enfield to oversee the management of 4 dairy farms and 6 dry stock properties. These comprise of approximately 1510 ha, milking 5000 cows, to produce 2m kgMS. There is a further 1200 ha operated as a dairy support block grazing.
Reporting to the General Manager, the priority is to maximise sustainable profits from diverse enterprises. This means effective allocation of resources while maintaining flexibility to take advantage of scale without compromising performance. The position has been designed to strengthen the business’s management resources, ensure sustainability at senior management level and enable delegation that meets the demands of the business.
Success to date has reflected a practical approach combined with timely decision making. We therefore seek someone with a proven track record...
Are you a Dairy Assistant looking to progress your skills on another farm? Are you curious about other farm systems? Or are you considering changing careers? Would a fixed-term role as a Calf Rearer suit you over the winter months? Trade in the 9-5 for a fulfilling life working out in nature, with animals, and being part of a close-knit team.
We are looking for Dairy Assistants and fixed-term Calf Rearers who are passionate about giving their best and being well-rewarded for it. Pāmu offers various rosters (such as 6/2, 6/3, 5/2, etc.) so you can have a good work-life balance. You’ll take pride in your herd and will keep them healthy, happy and productive. Working outside as part of a team, you’ll learn about animal welfare, perform general farm maintenance duties, bring the cows in for milking, and shift cows and young stock.
What does it take to be a DA? You’ll take pride in a job well done. You’ll love being outside and working with your hands. We farm in all...
Apr 23, 2021
Full time
Are you a Dairy Assistant looking to progress your skills on another farm? Are you curious about other farm systems? Or are you considering changing careers? Would a fixed-term role as a Calf Rearer suit you over the winter months? Trade in the 9-5 for a fulfilling life working out in nature, with animals, and being part of a close-knit team.
We are looking for Dairy Assistants and fixed-term Calf Rearers who are passionate about giving their best and being well-rewarded for it. Pāmu offers various rosters (such as 6/2, 6/3, 5/2, etc.) so you can have a good work-life balance. You’ll take pride in your herd and will keep them healthy, happy and productive. Working outside as part of a team, you’ll learn about animal welfare, perform general farm maintenance duties, bring the cows in for milking, and shift cows and young stock.
What does it take to be a DA? You’ll take pride in a job well done. You’ll love being outside and working with your hands. We farm in all...
A BIT ABOUT SOUTHERN CROSS DAIRY SHEEP…
Southern Cross as a sister company and supplier to Maui Milk has been founded on passion, innovation and hard work. Both businesses are leaders in the emerging sheep dairy industry in New Zealand, bringing pure wholesome sheep milk products to the world. Established in 2015, Southern Cross Dairy Sheep includes the country’s leading genetic programme with a new, recognised breed of dairy sheep - Southern Cross™ and a supplier to Maui Milk of both milking ewes and milk. Maui Milk has a rapidly expanding supply base with Danone and their foundation customer who are global leaders in childhood nutrition where their sheep milk is used in their Karicare™ brand of infant formula.
For more information on Maui Milk please follow this link www.mauimilk.co.nz
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Due to the expansion and success of Waikino, a Dairy 2IC is now required to assist the newly appointed Dairy Farm Manager and wider team. This is an exciting role...
Apr 22, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT SOUTHERN CROSS DAIRY SHEEP…
Southern Cross as a sister company and supplier to Maui Milk has been founded on passion, innovation and hard work. Both businesses are leaders in the emerging sheep dairy industry in New Zealand, bringing pure wholesome sheep milk products to the world. Established in 2015, Southern Cross Dairy Sheep includes the country’s leading genetic programme with a new, recognised breed of dairy sheep - Southern Cross™ and a supplier to Maui Milk of both milking ewes and milk. Maui Milk has a rapidly expanding supply base with Danone and their foundation customer who are global leaders in childhood nutrition where their sheep milk is used in their Karicare™ brand of infant formula.
For more information on Maui Milk please follow this link www.mauimilk.co.nz
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Due to the expansion and success of Waikino, a Dairy 2IC is now required to assist the newly appointed Dairy Farm Manager and wider team. This is an exciting role...
Seaview Dairies Limited
Whangarei Heads, New Zealand
We operate a 400ha farm with 230ha dairy platform located 30-minutes from Whangarei town center. We milk 600 spring calving jersey cows through a 50 aside herringbone shed, with protrack drafting, auto heat detection camera, auto teat spray and automatic plant wash system. We are seeking a passionate, hardworking Assistant Manager with large herd experience that wants to contribute and progress in the New Zealand Dairy industry. Having exceptional animal husbandry, pasture & communication skills are a must. The role will require you to assist the Manager to achieve farm targets and goals and guide the team when the Manager is not around. This role is suited to people that are self-motivated, team focused and eager to learn. Applicants must have, • Ability to ride two and four wheel motorbikes. • Confident in machinery on rolling terrain. • Pass pre employment drug testing. • Be physically fit. • Have three years recent New Zealand Dairy experience. •...
Apr 06, 2021
Full time
We operate a 400ha farm with 230ha dairy platform located 30-minutes from Whangarei town center. We milk 600 spring calving jersey cows through a 50 aside herringbone shed, with protrack drafting, auto heat detection camera, auto teat spray and automatic plant wash system. We are seeking a passionate, hardworking Assistant Manager with large herd experience that wants to contribute and progress in the New Zealand Dairy industry. Having exceptional animal husbandry, pasture & communication skills are a must. The role will require you to assist the Manager to achieve farm targets and goals and guide the team when the Manager is not around. This role is suited to people that are self-motivated, team focused and eager to learn. Applicants must have, • Ability to ride two and four wheel motorbikes. • Confident in machinery on rolling terrain. • Pass pre employment drug testing. • Be physically fit. • Have three years recent New Zealand Dairy experience. •...
We are looking for an experienced manager to run our 590 cow dairy farm near Browns, Winton. This property has a 44 aside herringbone with an in shed feeding system, feed pad and is producing 300,000 MS, targeting 500 MS/cow with high BW cross bred cows.
What we require is someone who enjoys working as part of a team, has proven leadership skills with a positive attitude, excellent animal health practices & pasture management experience.
Our business has a passion for the industry and work hard to farm sustainably and profitably. We believe in growing our staff and having a safe and happy workplace.
If this sounds like a position for you, please email a cover letter with current production and experience, along with a CV.
Mar 24, 2021
Full time
We are looking for an experienced manager to run our 590 cow dairy farm near Browns, Winton. This property has a 44 aside herringbone with an in shed feeding system, feed pad and is producing 300,000 MS, targeting 500 MS/cow with high BW cross bred cows.
What we require is someone who enjoys working as part of a team, has proven leadership skills with a positive attitude, excellent animal health practices & pasture management experience.
Our business has a passion for the industry and work hard to farm sustainably and profitably. We believe in growing our staff and having a safe and happy workplace.
If this sounds like a position for you, please email a cover letter with current production and experience, along with a CV.
We’re looking for a reliable, honest person to join our team as a Farmhand. This is an entry level position, so experience would be great but not required.
We run a grass-based farming system and milk just under 600 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed.
Our farm is located in Marotiri, 30mins out of Taupo.
We have a great team and would like to help someone into the dairy industry.
May 04, 2021
Full time
We’re looking for a reliable, honest person to join our team as a Farmhand. This is an entry level position, so experience would be great but not required.
We run a grass-based farming system and milk just under 600 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed.
Our farm is located in Marotiri, 30mins out of Taupo.
We have a great team and would like to help someone into the dairy industry.
Herd managers and calf rearers positions available.
Wintering and milking 1650 cows.
590 hectares
80 bale rotary with Protrack auto draft and heat camera.
Beet,Kale,silage& straw.
calving 1st august
We are looking for 2 herd mangers and fixed-term Calf Rearers who are passionate about giving their best and being well-rewarded for it.
We offer a roster of 6 on 2 off so you can have a good work-life balance. You’ll take pride in your animals and will keep them healthy, happy and productive. Working outside as part of a team, you’ll learn about animal welfare, perform general farm maintenance duties, bring the cows in for milking, and shift and feed cows, you will be able to safely operate modern farm equipment and cowshed facilities. You’ll take pride in a job well done. You’ll love being outside and working with your hands. We farm in all seasons, hot, dry, windy, rainy – you’ll be adaptable and not afraid of a little bad weather.
If you're interested in a...
Apr 27, 2021
Full time
Herd managers and calf rearers positions available.
Wintering and milking 1650 cows.
590 hectares
80 bale rotary with Protrack auto draft and heat camera.
Beet,Kale,silage& straw.
calving 1st august
We are looking for 2 herd mangers and fixed-term Calf Rearers who are passionate about giving their best and being well-rewarded for it.
We offer a roster of 6 on 2 off so you can have a good work-life balance. You’ll take pride in your animals and will keep them healthy, happy and productive. Working outside as part of a team, you’ll learn about animal welfare, perform general farm maintenance duties, bring the cows in for milking, and shift and feed cows, you will be able to safely operate modern farm equipment and cowshed facilities. You’ll take pride in a job well done. You’ll love being outside and working with your hands. We farm in all seasons, hot, dry, windy, rainy – you’ll be adaptable and not afraid of a little bad weather.
If you're interested in a...
Looking for am energetic couple to milk and manage 300 cows and their calves. The farm is converting to organic using regenerative techniques and you will work with the general.manager who overseas the beef herd and will provide relief milking. 3 bedroom house available. Start date 1 June.
Mar 28, 2021
Full time
Looking for am energetic couple to milk and manage 300 cows and their calves. The farm is converting to organic using regenerative techniques and you will work with the general.manager who overseas the beef herd and will provide relief milking. 3 bedroom house available. Start date 1 June.
