Dairy Production Manager - Landsdown Dairy

· 262 ha effective farm milking 650 cows, ACRs, Milk Hub Technology· Located 14 minutes south of Balclutha· Attractive salary, additional benefits and 3 bedroom house includedBring your dairy farm experience, positive attitude and join our supportive team as 2nd in charge - grow your dairy career! The OpportunityWe are looking for a motivated individual with great communication skills to join and support the team as 2IC. Your day-to-day activities will involve bringing the cows in for milking, doing the milking, shifting both the cows and the young stock, etc. You will support the Farm Manager in the day-to-day planning, coaching staff and running of the farm including include taking on responsibility for feed allocation, animal health, budgeting, and animal records. You will work as part of a 5:2 roster system.This role will also provide you with the chance to be the go-to support for the Farm Manager, which will involve stepping in to manage the operations when the Manager is on rostered time off.Please note: We are flexible on start date for the right candidate, can be immediate or end of season.The FarmLandsdown Dairy is approximately 262 ha effective and utilises a composting barn. Located 14 minutes south of Balclutha, we milk 650 cows using a 50-bail rotary with ACRs and Milk Hub technology. Recreational activities are abound, both inside and outside the farm boundary. About You You will demonstrate strong people management skills, enthusiasm, and strong communication. As 2IC, this will involve taking a degree of responsibility for feed allocation and budgeting, and animal health/record keeping. You will bring:• Minimum 3 years dairy farming experience.• Self-motivation, initiative and a passion for dairy farming.• First class attitude to Health and Safety and Animal Welfare.• Sound knowledge and experience in grazing and pasture management.• Current NZ driver's licence.BenefitsWe offer an attractive salary with additional benefits, as well as ongoing training and personal development to help you reach your personal and career goals. The position includes a 3-bedroom house.