Senior Dairy Farm Manager at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Agricultural diploma or degree  
• Experience with dairy management software  
• Mechanical aptitude  
• Proven experience managing a seasonal calving dairy herd 
• Proven ability to achieve exceptional breeding results
• Strong knowledge of pasture-based systems  
• Excellent leadership and communication skills  
• AI and herd health management experience  
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Ability to speak Zulu 
• Valid driver’s license  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Full management of the dairy unit and herd performance  
• Implementation and oversight of seasonal calving programme  
• Pasture and grazing management  
• Staff supervision, training, and team leadership  
• Animal health, breeding, and record-keeping  
• Machinery and infrastructure oversight  
• Financial and fodder budgeting, reporting, and cost control