Herd Manager

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Te Runanga Group Full time

Kia hiwa rā
We believe in growing and farming the most sustainable products for the betterment of people and the planet. This is an opportunity for you to join our journey.


Our kaupapa (purpose) is based on the values and vision of Ngāi Tahu iwi and is best represented by the Ngāi Tahu proverb 'when land and water are sustained the people will prosper'
Toitū te Marae o Tāne, Toitū te Marae o Tangaroa, Toitū te Iwi.


Ngāi Tahu Farming (NTF) is the kaitiaki (guardian) of the most significant whenua (land) footprint for Ngāi Tahu whānui spanning almost 100,000 ha of farm and forestry land in Te Waipounamu (the South Island).


Ngāi Tahu Farming's Dairy operation currently consists of eight Dairy farms on approximately 2100 hectares of irrigated pasture, and a Dairy Support operation of approximately 720 irrigated hectares of pasture with an additional 550 hectares of mixed cropping at Te Whenua Hou (Eyrewell), half an hour north of Christchurch.

We have an opportunity for a Herd Manager to join our whānau. The focus of this role will be in overseeing approximately 900 milking cows, along with young stock (calves).

What we can offer the successful applicant?

  • Top quality infrastructure and housing;
  • Farm systems which utilise best practice technologies and target top 20% performance;
  • Great opportunities for learning and career progression;
  • Personal development program with a supportive team environment;
  • Competitive remuneration including Health and Life Insurance.

Our ideal applicant will have:

We look for individuals who have the personality and expertise that can help us adopt and contribute to a circular economy which puts sustainability and people at the heart of everything we do:

  • At least three years' experience in the farming sector with a focus on Dairy and young stock.
  • Demonstrated experience with animal health, feed budgeting and irrigation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • A current NZ Driver's License.
  • Knowledge and respect for Māori cultural values and Tikanga (customs).
  • Strong awareness of and affinity for the needs and aspirations of Ngāi Tahu Whānui.


Ngāi Tahu Farming is committed to kia hoki ora atu; ensuring everyone is home safe every day, so before starting with us, you will go through a range of checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

Applications will close 5 March 2023

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai
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Full-time, Permanent

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