Farmabull

We farm a grassed area of 800 ha, 10 mins from Whangarei over two farms. 2500 bulls are wintered using cell grazing systems in a very simple two year bull finishing system. The bull unit is integrated with a 400 ha dairy unit and 100 ha support block close by. We require a block manager who will manage bulls and pasture on approximately 300 ha of the bull unit under the guidance of the farm manager.  This is a new role created as a result of an existing team member seeking a new career direction. Applicants need the following attributes and skills: A passion for farming Team player Pasture management Temporary/permanent electric fencing Record keeping Animal husbandry Water reticulation Machinery operations/maintenance Problem solving Physically fit Honesty/integrity and sense of humor Over June/July/August it is a physically demanding role with lots of temporary electric fencing erected and shifted. The roster is 5 days on, 2 off with essential jobs only on rostered on...