Job Detail
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Job ID 6075
Job Description
They are looking for a Farm Manager (or a competent 2IC) to help run our 58-ha farm in Tirohanga (between Taupo and Tokoroa), milking 175 crossbred cows in a spring calving system. Our three-year average production is 82,877kgMS. They have a 16 ASHB with in-shed feeding and a support block for wintering our herd and producing lucerne silage for the milking platform. A modern 2-bedroom home is available on the farm.
Requirements
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Good time management skills and initiative
- Ability to follow a plan
- Strong observation skills for mating and animal health
- Good communication skills with the owners (who live on the farm)
Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day operations of a 58ha farm, milking 175 crossbred cows
- Operating a 16 ASHB with in-shed feeding
- Utilizing a support block for wintering the herd and producing lucerne silage
- Monitoring animal health and mating
- Communicating effectively with the owners
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