Assistant manager

Job Summary:Are you looking for your next step in the New Zealand dairy industry? We are searching for a skilled, leadership-ready Assistant Farm Manager to join our family run 1200 cow dairy platform in Northern Southland.Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will play a key role in day to day operations and step up to lead the team when required. The role:Position: Assistant Farm ManagerLocation: Northern SouthlandRoster: 8-2 / 8-3Accommodation: 3 bedroom brick house with heat pump and fireplace. Key Responsibilities: Manage milking procedures and animal health monitoring Oversee feeding systems and pasture management Assist with calving and animal husbandry tasks Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Maintain effluent and irrigation systems in compliance with environmental standards Repair and maintain fencing and farm structures Ensure adherence to health and safety standards across farm operations About You: Experience in dairy or livestock farming with practical animal care skills Ability to operate farm machinery and maintain equipment Knowledge of feeding regimes, calving, and pasture management Strong and leading work ethic Experience with Protrack/Minda, Allflex collars, in-shed feeding, and milk meters preferred Strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a great team-player attitude Accommodation 3 bedroom brick house with heat pump and fireplace place #J-18808-Ljbffr