Farm Manager

  • Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 18 days ago
Job Description Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place, and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district.We are seeking an experienced and motivated Farm Manager to manage 1 of our 12 dairy units.
The farm is 226ha with 750 cows milked through a 44 aside Herringbone.This role will require you to lead a team of 3 fulltime staff and other supporting staff as required, encouraging a positive, high-performing culture while driving productivity. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager who you will work closely with to ensure farms achieve physical and financial targets.To be successful in this role, you will require at least 5 years' farming experience. You will be able to display proficiency in managing and motivating staff, excellence in animal husbandry along with a sound understanding of pasture and feed management principles. You will need to have excellent communication skills both written and oral and be familiar with IT software commonly used within the dairy industry. It is desirable that you have a good understanding of financial budgets and management principles.We are offering competitive remuneration packages which include a warm and tidy home with garage.
If you believe that you hold the skills, knowledge, and experience to be successful in this role and seek a career development opportunity, please forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person.
Wairarapa Moana Incorporation conduct pre-employment hair follicle drug testing and applicants for this position must have NZ residency.

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