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DAIRY MANAGER - Cradock

Farm Manager SA

Cradock Area – Eastern Cape: Our client is looking for a Dairy Manager to join the team. Only candidates with the relevant experience will be considered. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Min of 2 years practical experience in this field with Farming background an advantage. AI certificate and practical experience a must. Must be able to communicate in English or Afrikaans with Ability to speak IsiXhosa an advantage. Min of Code 8 driver’s license. Be prepared to work the hours typical of a dairy business. Good stockmanship and a passion for working with animals. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Will manage one of the three parlours which vary from 600 to 1200 mature cows through a 66 Delaval Rotary, Rockwood Rotary or 36 Delaval Swing over (2 of). Managing the pasture platform that is associated to parlour which includes allocation, fencing, water points and animals which include milking cows, dry stock and followers. Manage milking process and parlour management to standard. Manage seasonal calving and breeding with calf rearing up to 6 months. Herd, Pasture and Staff record keeping together with Basic office admin. Staff management including Motivation, Discipline, Training and Performance. Parlour infrastructure and Machinery management. Major services and repairs will be out sourced to relevant professional service providers with candidate managing the process. ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted. Apply Now
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