Two positions | Blenheim region

An offshore investor establishing a new beef cattle farming operation in the Blenheim region is looking for two Farm Supervisors to help get the business off the ground and oversee daily farm operations.

These are permanent, full-time roles and an opportunity to be involved from the beginning, helping establish farm systems, develop the operation and supervise staff as the business and team grow.

What’s on offer

  • Annual salary of $80,000 to $125,000, depending on experience.

  • A minimum of 50 guaranteed hours per week, with up to 60 hours per week during busier periods.

  • A house and car provided as part of the role.

About the role

Working with the farm owner, your responsibilities will include:

  • Coordinating daily beef cattle farming activities, including feeding, stock movements and animal health monitoring.

  • Implementing grazing plans and maintaining livestock records.

  • Helping establish farm infrastructure, equipment and operating procedures.

  • Supervising and training farm workers as the team grows.

  • Operating farm machinery and coordinating maintenance.

  • Supporting manure and effluent management where required.

  • Maintaining safe work practices, animal welfare and environmental standards.

What you’ll bring

  • At least two years of work experience as a cattle farmer, supported by references and employment records.

  • Practical skills in cattle handling, animal husbandry and farm machinery operation.

  • The ability to organise daily work, solve problems and supervise others.

  • A willingness to take a hands-on role in establishing a new farming operation.

Experience with farm establishment, draglining or manure management would be an advantage.

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