Sharemilker Jobs in Bay of Plenty

We are looking for a VOSM/ LOSM for the 26/27 season and beyond. The farm is 86 ha effective milking approx 250 high BW/ high producing cows through a 26a/s HB cowshed with cup removers. The land/ pasture is well established with approx 60 ha of flat/ terraces, 12 ha rolling and 14 ha steep country. The farming operation is run as system 2-3. Grass silage is harvested on farm, maize silage imported and PKE also fed through strategic periods. Farm production has been consistent at +1100 kg MS/ ha and +380 kg MS/ cow. The current VOSM has decided to retire and has been operating the farm for the 9 seasons, we are looking for someone with excellent stock skills and a high level of attention to pasture management - some areas of the farm can be challenging in this regard. The property is located 20 mins southeast of Te Puke (35-40 mins from Tauranga and 40-45 mins from Rotorua). Owners live on farm but not involved in day to day operation but like to be kept informed and involved in farm improvement projects. This is a well proven property with good infrastructure (cowshed, 3 bdr home, new effluent system etc) in a great location in the awesome Bay of Plenty. VOSM rate is very competitive, like to see operator well compensated for good outcomes/ results.

This 50/50 sharemilking opportunity requires a highly motivated couple to run a 100 ha and 300 cow farm producing 120,000MS+ from a simple pasture system supplemented with palm kernal, maize & round silage bales. (either made on the farm or sometimes bought in). The farm is approx 30 minutes from Whakatane and is half way between Ōpōtiki and Whakatane. The facilities and system include: · An easy to operate 20 aside Herringbone cowshed. · State of the art, brand new, effluent system. · The recently renovated primary house has three bedrooms and a study and includes a heat pump, open fireplace and double carport. · The second property is an older style home consisting of 4 bedrooms. · Plenty of support from Owners and Farm advisor. The capabilities we are looking for are: A motivated sharemilker that wants maximum milk production and loves keeping the farm in tip-top condition. Excellent pasture management skills and weed control. Good repair and maintenance skills and the ability to operate machinery safely. Has a strong track record of achieving production targets, managing Milk quality, environmental and Health and safety compliance. Has administrative and financial proficiency to manage record keeping, compliance requirements and operate their share milking business profitably. Understands that success as a sharemilker milker requires working in partnership with others with great communication, a proactive approach, working with the farm owner and suppliers. Note: Applicants must supply a current CV including at least two references that can be contacted.

Tumunui Trust is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic 50:50 sharemilker for their Tumunui Te Raki Farm situated 15 mins south of Rotorua. We are looking for someone who is currently sharemilking and looking to scale up in size. The farm is 608 ha in total made up of a milking platform of 540 ha and a support block of 68 ha. The plan is to peak milk 900 cows and run a 22% replacement rate on the support block. Infrastructure on the farm is good. The shed is a 60 bale rotary with an in-shed feed system. The farm is switching from a split calving system to spring calving only. The production target is 300,000 kgMS. A regular fertiliser plan provided by a CNMA is followed. Between 100-120 kgN/ha is applied annually. Winter and summer crops (approx 30ha) are grown annually both on the milking platform and the support block. The farm is hilly with some steeper areas so you must be competent to manage a farm of this type. A sound understanding of the requirements for maintaining production, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability on such land is essential. You need to be a good and flexible pasture manager. We are looking for someone who has a commitment to compliance in all aspects of NZ dairy farming, strong communication and reporting skills — you’ll work closely with our farm consultant and the Tumunui Trustees, and a collaborative attitude and respect for the values of a Māori Trust. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, be drug free, and provide an up-to-date CV with references, including their current employer.

700 cows | 215 effective ha | System 3–4 | Flat, well-set farm in the Eastern Bay of Plenty Are you ready to take the next step towards your future goals and grow your own farming business with supportive, experienced owners behind you? This Lower Order Sharemilker position on a 700-cow, 215ha effective dairy platform near Edgecumbe offers an exciting opportunity to partner with fourth-generation owners who value people, performance and progress. You’ll be running a high-performing business alongside people who respect hard work and have laid excellent foundations to support the success and development of your career – because when you succeed they succeed. With strong infrastructure, reliable irrigation and a top 5% herd nationally, the platform is well-set to deliver best-practice, profitable and sustainable results while showing that you are a true custodian of the whenua. This Lower-Order Sharemilking role is a gem, one that will be sought after. To stand out you will have Contract Milking or large-scale Farm Management experience alongside the below attributes: Organised and technically competent, being a thorough operator comes as second nature. You will have proven experience in delivering on core indicators through operational excellence in feed and pasture, animal, people and environmental management. A confident leader and communicator, able to create a team environment that no-one wants to leave and everyone wants to be a part of. One that embraces and values the development of their team. You are an analyser, someone who looks at the wider business, competent with financial management and can identify opportunities to fine tune an already successful operation. Hands-on and proactive, taking pride in maintaining a tidy farm and infrastructure. Open to lending the farm to industry events and giving back to the local community. Situated in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty, the farm offers a balanced lifestyle close to excellent schools, sports and coastal recreation. Edgecumbe, Awakeri and Whakatāne are all within easy reach, meaning you can enjoy both professional growth and quality family time. They are looking for someone who shares their long-term vision for excellence, team culture and sustainable profitability.