Tram Road Dairy Unit is searching for a motivated individual with great communication skills to join and support the team as 2IC. The ideal candidate will bring sound knowledge/experience across all aspect of dairy operations and have a positive attitude towards health and safety, and animal welfare. Located in Westport as part of our Cape Foulwind complex, this 450 ha property milks 850 cows through a 60 bale rotary with ACR’s, Milk hub and an in-shed feeding system. Tram currently run a rotation roster; 6/2, 6/2, 6/3. This role will 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. Tram offers a supportive team environment and will have a team of 5 in total. The key tasks for the role will include taking on responsibility for feed allocation, animal health, budgeting, animal records and mentoring staff.A near new 4-bedroom house is available for the successful candidate along with a comprehensive salary package which includes life and health insurance. Convenient location to schooling options and a fantastic range of recreational activities in the area. Pamu is proud to offer development and training as well as provide employees with a good work-life balance.For more details about the role, please contact Johan Roos – Farm Manager on 027 215 1244.Applications close Friday 13th March 2020. Pamu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand.Ourvaluesare core to who we are at Pamu and the way that we all work together. We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder. To read more, click on this link to see them on our website.Pamu is recognised within New Zealand and internationally as standing for best practice and sustainability. We have a strong culture of safety and respect for the land, our people, and the animals under our care. We’re a State-Owned-Enterprise with a nationwide portfolio of farms that produce milk, beef, lamb, wool, venison, deer velvet, wood and more. Pamu strives to be a leader in New Zealand agriculture, carefully creating natural products of high quality.
