Farm Manager - Bay of Plenty

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Bay of Plenty
Permanent
Full-time

17 days ago

Job DescriptionSisam & Sons is a long-standing, family-owned farming business with deep roots in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Based just 18km south of Whakatāne, the business spans 4,750 hectares, running four dairy units and two sheep and beef operations, alongside commercial forestry.We're looking for a capable Farm Manager to take the lead on the Front Block. A 1,100ha sheep and beef property carrying dairy heifers and wintering cows to support the dairy farms, a maternal ewe flock and finishing cattle.This is a hands-on management role where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Farm while contributing to planning and decision-making with the General Manager and Farm Management Committee.You'll be across everything from stock and feed planning, pasture management, animal health and environmental compliance, through to leading two Shepherds, managing budgets and ensuring the property is run to a high standard. Technology plays a key part in how we operate and you'll be comfortable using farm systems such as Farmax to track performance and guide decision-making.The ideal candidate will:

Have hands-on experience and confident in dairy support, beef finishing and a sheep breeding systems.
Be a strong in feed planning and pasture management, with good seasonal thinking to hit key targets throughout the year.
Be comfortable with budgets and planning, keeping a close eye on the numbers and make smart, practical decisions.
Know their way around farm systems like Resolution or Farmax to help drive performance.
Be well-organised, proactive and take pride in a tidy and well set up farming operation.
Be a role model and lead health & safety.

If you're ready for your next career step and want to be part of a progressive, multi-enterprise farming business with scale and support, we'd love to hear from you.

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