Dairy Production Manager - Earnslaw Dairy Organics

Competitive salary, including health and life insurance A chance to step up and lead the teamLocated just ten minutes from TaupōKeen to go organic? Join a top-performing team on a certified organic farmTHE OPPORTUNITYAs Dairy Production Manager (2IC), you’ll be a hands-on leader supporting the Farm Manager in delivering outstanding animal performance, pasture management, and team development on this organic farm.You'll help run toolbox meetings, coach and develop team members, assist with financial and business planning, and ensure high standards of farm presentation and compliance.You’ll enjoy working alongside a strong, supportive team where you’ll be trusted to take ownership of key responsibilities, all while developing your leadership skills and farm management capabilities.This role is perfect for someone passionate about farming, who wants to continue building a professional career pathway while enjoying the benefits of an outstanding rural location close to Foxton.THE FARMEarnslaw Organic Farm is located less than 10 minutes from Taupo and will milk 800 cows through a 54-bale rotary shed.Excellent schooling options nearby. Friendly and supportive local community with school bus at the gate and easy access to a wide range of recreational activities.About YouYou may already be in a similar role, or you are looking for that next step, regardless, you take pride in excellent animal care, pasture management, and team leadership.You Will Also BringExperience in a senior dairy farming role, or ready to step up into a leadership position, with a good understanding of team management and farm operationsA strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Animal WelfareGood understanding of grazing management, feed budgeting, and achieving production targetsSelf-motivation, strong problem-solving skills, and initiativeEffective communication skills and the ability to lead by exampleA current and full New Zealand driver's licenceBenefitsWe offer a competitive salary package, including health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching. You'll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing training and development.This opportunity comes with a warm three-bedroom home,APPLY NOWApplications close Sunday 09 November 2025. we will be interviewing applicants as they apply, so please don't wait.To find out more about this opportunity, get in touch with Farm Manager - Casper Meyer on: meyerc@landcorp.co.nz.To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pāmu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.Our values are core to who we are at Pāmu and the way that we all work together. We are Grounded, Genuine, Bold, and Shoulder-to-Shoulder. To read more, click on this link to see them on our website. To see what it's like to work in our Dairy team, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Dairy Assistant at Pāmu, or to learn about what our Livestock team is all about, click on this link to see A Day In The Life of a Shepherd at Pāmu.Pāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, and successful applicants will be employed by Landcorp Farming Limited.