Assistant Manager (2IC) Jobs in Tasman

**The Opportunity** We are seeking an experienced and motivated managing couple to operate a well-established dairy farm in Tapawera. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to people who take pride in farm performance, leadership and professional reporting. You will be the on-farm operational lead, responsible for day-to-day management while working closely with off-farm sharemilkers, farm owners and a farm consultant to deliver agreed production, financial and people outcomes. **Key Responsibilities** **Farm Operations, Production & Herd Management** - Lead all daily farm operations to achieve agreed production and performance targets - Manage milking operations on a 28-bale rotary, ensuring milk quality and efficiency - Implement pasture, feed and grazing plans across hilly contour - Oversee animal health, reproduction, calving and young stock management - Maintain high standards of animal welfare at all times **Business Performance & Reporting** - Monitor farm performance against agreed KPIs (production, reproduction, pasture, costs and people) - Prepare and present monthly written KPI and performance reports, including: - Production results and trends - Budget vs actual expenditure - Forecasts, risks and improvement opportunities - Contribute to annual planning, budgeting and continuous improvement initiatives **People Leadership & Management** - Recruit, train, lead and support farm staff - Manage rosters, seasonal workloads and staff development - Foster a positive, respectful and safety-focused team culture **Stakeholder & Relationship Management** - Work collaboratively with off-farm sharemilkers, farm owners and the farm consultant - Act as the key on-farm contact, ensuring agreed strategies and decisions are implemented - Maintain clear, professional communication and participate in regular review and planning meetings **Asset, Compliance & Health & Safety** - Ensure farm infrastructure, machinery and plant are well maintained - Manage environmental compliance, including effluent systems and farm environment plans - Champion health, safety and wellbeing, ensuring systems are in place and followed **About You** - Proven experience in dairy farm management (ideally at Farm Manager or equivalent level) - Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills - Confident working with KPIs, budgets and producing monthly performance reports - Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with owners and advisors - Physically fit, practical and committed to best practice dairy farming - A managing couple who complement each other and share responsibility effectively **What’s on Offer** - High-quality family home with pool and spa - Well-established farm with clear systems and professional support - Opportunity for a long-term role with strong owner engagement - Competitive remuneration package, based on experience **To Apply** Please apply with your CV(s) and a brief cover letter outlining: - Your relevant dairy farming and management experience - How you work together as a managing couple - Your approach to farm performance, people leadership and reporting **Farm Size (ha)**: 220 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 450 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 3 **Position Start Date**: 01/06/2026 **Accommodation available**: large 5 bedroom, two and half bathroom, double garging plus seperate double garage, pool, spa, two lounges, large kitchen and scullery **Hour Type**: negotiable **Average Hours Per week**: 50 **Roster**: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off **Remuneration paid by**: By Negotiation

We are after an experienced 2IC for our 1100 cow dairy farm 15 minutes from Tapawera, 45 minutes from Richmond. A minimum of 5 years NZ dairy farming experience required. Must be motivated & enthusiastic with a positive attitude. We need someone capable of assisting in the day-to-day management, with duties including: - Pasture allocation - Dairy shed management including monthly checks - Animal health & lame cow management - Assisting with staff training & management - Summer crop management - Other daily duties needed to run the dairy farm Applicants need to be currently in New Zealand & able to attend an on-farm interview. Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1100 Typical On-farm Staff: 6 Accommodation available: Nice bedroom house on school bus route Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 40 Roster: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

Experienced 2IC Farm Worker Wanted – Bainham Not an accredited employer We’re looking for a capable, reliable farm worker with 3+ years’ experience to step into a key 2IC role on a 1200-cow farm located 18 minutes from Collingwood. The farm operates an 80-bail rotary and needs someone confident, skilled and ready to support day-to-day management. What You’ll Be Doing - Milking and shed management - Animal husbandry, production and health monitoring - Pasture and fodder management - Machinery, equipment and shed maintenance - Meeting regulatory requirements - Breeding, calving and calf-rearing - Cattle transport - Contractor coordination - Staff support and general farm duties Hours & Pay - Guaranteed 40 hours per week (maximum 40 on salary) - Any hours worked over the maximum in a fortnight are paid at the agreed overtime rate - Typical hours run from 4am to 5pm with breaks - Salary up to $82,800, depending on experience What You Must Have - Solid dairy farming experience - Strong references - Good character and a strong work ethic - Physical fitness - Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test - Minimum restricted driver licence In Short If you’re committed, dependable, early-rising, hardworking and treat animals with care and respect, this is a role you’ll want — and one you’ll excel in. Farm Size (ha) 719 Peak Herd Size (cows) 1200 Typical On-farm Staff 5 Position Start Date 18/01/2026 Accommodation available A solo 3 bedroom house is included. No pets or smoking in the accommodation. Rent will be deducted from wages. Power and Internet are payable by the worker. Hour Type week Average Hours Per week 40 Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) $82800

**Job Description** Experienced 2IC Farm Worker Wanted – Bainham Not an accredited employer We’re looking for a capable, reliable farm worker with 3+ years’ experience to step into a key 2IC role on a 1200-cow farm located 18 minutes from Collingwood. The farm operates an 80-bail rotary and needs someone confident, skilled and ready to support day-to-day management. **What You’ll Be Doing** - Milking and shed management - Animal husbandry, production and health monitoring - Pasture and fodder management - Machinery, equipment and shed maintenance - Meeting regulatory requirements - Breeding, calving and calf-rearing - Cattle transport - Contractor coordination - Staff support and general farm duties **Hours & Pay** - Guaranteed 40 hours per week (maximum 40 on salary) - Any hours worked over the maximum in a fortnight are paid at the agreed overtime rate - Typical hours run from 4am to 5pm with breaks - Salary up to $82,800, depending on experience **What You Must Have** - Solid dairy farming experience - Strong references - Good character and a strong work ethic - Physical fitness - Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test - Minimum restricted driver licence **In Short** If you’re committed, dependable, early-rising, hardworking and treat animals with care and respect, this is a role you’ll want — and one you’ll excel in. **Farm Size (ha)** 719 **Peak Herd Size (cows)** 1200 **Typical On-farm Staff** 5 **Position Start Date** 22/12/2025 **Accommodation available** A solo 3 bedroom house is included. No pets or smoking in the accommodation. Rent will be deducted from wages. Power and Internet are payable by the worker. **Hour Type** week **Average Hours Per week** 40 **Roster** Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off **Remuneration paid by** Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) **Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)** $82800