Dairy Production Manager - Thompsons DairyPāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited • Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand

Dairy Production Manager - Thompsons Dairy

Pāmu is the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited • Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand

7 hours ago

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Dairy Production Manager - Thompsons Dairy

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Competitive salary, including health and life insurance
Three‑bedroom accommodation
Located about fifty minutes from Greymouth

Step up, lead the team - your next big farming role starts here.

The Opportunity

As Dairy Production Manager, you’ll be a hands‑on leader supporting the Farm Manager in delivering outstanding animal performance, pasture management, and team development.

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 Westport.

The Farm

Thompsons Dairy Unit is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Reefton and 50 minutes from Greymouth.

This expansive 300‑hectare farm operates a 54‑bail rotary system with ACRs and Milkhub, efficiently milking two herds totaling nearly 700 cows at peak production.

The surrounding area offers rural lifestyle, with picturesque landscapes, outdoor recreational activities, and a close‑knit community. Whether you're exploring the nearby forests, enjoying the local cuisine, or participating in community events, the lifestyle here is both enriching and peaceful.

About You

You 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 Bring

Experience in a senior dairy farming role, or ready to step up into a leadership position, with a good understanding of team management and farm operations

A strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Animal Welfare

Good understanding of grazing management, feed budgeting, and achieving production targets

Self‑motivation, strong problem‑solving skills, and initiative

Effective communication skills and the ability to lead by example

A current and full New Zealand driver’s licence

Benefits

We 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 Now

Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025 . We will be interviewing applicants as they apply, so please don't wait.

If you have any questions, please contact Richard Exter, Farm Manager at or .

Eligibility

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.

Values

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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Farming

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