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 on a 60 HA milking platform with silage out blocks. This is a simple system focused on cows and grass.
Facilities:
1. 24 unit parlour with ACR's
2. Sense hub heat/health detection
3. Modern handling facilities including herringbone and race crush
4. JFC automatic calf feeders
5. Paddocks well fenced with Terra water system
6. Good roadway network
Main Duties:
1. Milking
2. Grassland management and productivity
3. Farm maintenance and some machinery work (majority contracted)
4. Animal health management
We Can Offer:
1. A flexible roster
2. Accommodation can be arranged if necessary
3. Competitive salary for the right candidate
4. Progression opportunities
5. Ongoing training and development
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