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The Regions Immigration Law & Recruitment – Canterbury
- Employee housing is available on-site.Accommodation may be shared orprivate, depending on availability at the time of successful placement. No pets allowed.
- Drive-in applicants must be able to demonstrate they can reliably meet the requirements of the roster; candidates residing outside a reasonable commuting distance who are unwilling to relocate may be considered unsuitable for these operational reasons.
Applicants must have:
- Tertiary education;and/or
- 1 year of pasture based dairy farming experience
Applicants must have the following as per employer’s requirement:
- Must be physically fit
- Must pass pre-employment drug test
- Must provide a CV Must provide verifiable references of previous employment history
- Must have right to work in NZ/be NZ resident/Citizen
- Must have a driver licence
Feed Production Management
- Assist Farm manager to organize and control with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate
- Oversee the management weeds & pests implementation to maintain pasture & crops
- Ensure fertilizer implementation and irrigation requirements are maintained by staff
- Ensure that all staff carries out the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene & somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards
Effluent
- Operate & maintain the effluent system on farm to all regional council compliance requirements & the employer’s standards
Animals
- Implement animal health program to maintain good health
- Organize and control animal calving and, calf rearing program to achieve minimal lose & ensure high quality replacements are available for herd
- Organize sale purchase of stock to achieve stock targets
- Ensure all herd records are maintained & transferred to the appropriate place
- Train and supervise staff
Business
- Work with the Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan
- Assist to manage repairs & maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery, infrastructure
- Ensure relevant company policies are understood & adhered to
Health & Safety
- Comply with health & safety requirements, adhere to policies & procedures
- Meet the above requirement by wearing all personal protective equipment
- Notify Farm Manager of new hazards identified and of any accident or near miss accident & complete Accident Report
- Assist to work within best practice environmental guidelines
- Help with major projects as required by the Farm Manager
Please provide us with information as to your eligibility to work in New Zealand – if you are on a temporary visa or if you are a New Zealand citizen/resident.
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Herd Manager in Canterbury employer: The Regions Immigration Law & Recruitment
The Regions Immigration Law & Recruitment offers a supportive and dynamic work environment for Livestock Care Assistants, where you can grow your skills in animal care and farm management. With on-site housing and comprehensive training provided, this role not only ensures job security but also fosters personal and professional development in the beautiful setting of New Zealand. Join a team that values welfare and safety standards while making a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector.
Contact Details:
The Regions Immigration Law & Recruitment Recruitment Team
