Full Time Herd/Farm Manager
170 Cow Dairy Farm
It’s a spring calving, grass-based system with a young herd (avg lactation of 1.4) of predominately Frisian & Jersey crossbred cows. The aim is to have cows grazing from February to November. The farm features a 60 HA milking platform with silage out blocks, utilizing a simple system – cows and grass.
Facilities:
* 24 unit parlour with ACR’s
* Sense hub heat/health detection
* Modern handling facilities including herringbone and race crush
* JFC automatic calf feeders
* Paddocks well fenced with Terra water system
* Good roadway network
Main Duties (but not limited to):
* Milking
* Grassland management and productivity
* Farm maintenance and some machinery work (majority contracted)
* Animal health management
We can offer:
* A flexible roster
* Accommodation can be arranged if necessary
* Competitive salary for the right candidate
* Progression opportunities
* Ongoing training and development
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