Productive land.
Practical farming.
A flat-contour Waikato dairy platform supported by straightforward systems and hands-on daily management.
145 hectares in the heart of dairy country.
Farm Source describes the operation as a flat 145-hectare dairy farm near Morrinsville, with around 400 cows milked through a 40-aside herringbone shed fitted with cup removers.
Recent recruitment information lists a peak herd size of up to 450 cows and a typical on-farm team of three for the Herd Manager position.
*As listed in the current Dairy Herd Manager advertisement.
One of New Zealand’s best-known dairy regions
The work behind the milk.
Good farm performance comes from repeatable routines, clear standards and people who take responsibility for the details.
Milking & dairy hygiene
Consistent milking routines and maintaining a clean, orderly dairy environment.
Livestock management
Moving stock, observing animal condition and supporting daily animal-health needs.
Feed & pasture
Pasture and feed allocation are core parts of the current Herd Manager role.
Farm vehicles
Current senior-role requirements include confidence using farm-related vehicles.
Records & compliance
Accurate records, reporting and compliance support a well-managed operation.
Teamwork
Communication, reliability and proactive work are emphasised in current recruitment.