INTRODUCTION
Vermeuland Farms Ltd. is a family-owned dairy operation located in Milford Station and Alton, Nova Scotia. We currently milk approximately 500 Holstein cows across two dairy sites and manage more than 900 total head.
We are searching for an experienced Herd Manager to lead a team of 6-10 employees and help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our dairy facilities. This is a hands-on management position for someone with strong people skills, herd management experience, and mechanical aptitude.
COMPANY OVERVIEW & CULTURE
Vermeuland Farms is a family-owned operation and has grown to become one of the largest dairy operations in the Maritimes. We are also planning for the future, including a new approximately 1,000-stall dairy facility with a 60-cow rotary parlor. The Herd Manager will have the opportunity to contribute to that transition and help build the team, protocols, and systems needed for the farm’s continued growth.
BENEFITS, PERKS & COMPENSATION
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, along with a vehicle and partial housing assistance.
Eligible employees also have access to a group benefits package that includes health and prescription coverage, dental, life and accidental death insurance, long-term disability, critical illness coverage, and emergency out-of-country coverage.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for an individual with strong people, herd management, and mechanical skills to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our dairy facilities. This is a hands-on management role, and the Herd Manager is expected to work alongside the team, including assisting with chores and milkings as needed. On-call availability is expected for emergencies such as equipment breakdowns, sick cows, and power outages.
People Skills
Herd Management Skills
Maintenance & Equipment Skills
Vermeuland Farms Ltd. is a family-owned dairy operation located in Milford Station and Alton, Nova Scotia. We currently milk approximately 500 Holstein cows across two dairy sites and manage more than 900 total head.
We are searching for an experienced Herd Manager to lead a team of 6-10 employees and help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our dairy facilities. This is a hands-on management position for someone with strong people skills, herd management experience, and mechanical aptitude.
COMPANY OVERVIEW & CULTURE
Vermeuland Farms is a family-owned operation and has grown to become one of the largest dairy operations in the Maritimes. We are also planning for the future, including a new approximately 1,000-stall dairy facility with a 60-cow rotary parlor. The Herd Manager will have the opportunity to contribute to that transition and help build the team, protocols, and systems needed for the farm’s continued growth.
BENEFITS, PERKS & COMPENSATION
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, along with a vehicle and partial housing assistance.
Eligible employees also have access to a group benefits package that includes health and prescription coverage, dental, life and accidental death insurance, long-term disability, critical illness coverage, and emergency out-of-country coverage.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for an individual with strong people, herd management, and mechanical skills to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our dairy facilities. This is a hands-on management role, and the Herd Manager is expected to work alongside the team, including assisting with chores and milkings as needed. On-call availability is expected for emergencies such as equipment breakdowns, sick cows, and power outages.
People Skills
- Manage and train employees, including reviewing and approving timeclock hours
- Enforce milking, treatment, cleaning, and other established farm protocols
- Resolve conflicts and motivate employees toward individual and team goals
- Work collaboratively with owners and other farm managers
- Communicate effectively and keep employees, managers, and ownership informed and up to date
Herd Management Skills
- Previous experience managing a dairy herd
- Ability to identify and treat sick cows, including pumping cows and administering IV and IM injections
- Ability to breed cows through artificial insemination; references demonstrating AI experience required
- Experience with feed and bunk management
- Maintain accurate computerized cow records
Maintenance & Equipment Skills
- Perform general barn and facility maintenance, including minor plumbing repairs and connecting a generator during power outages
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, including greasing equipment, changing skid steer tires, and maintaining proper fluid levels
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-kept barns, facilities, and surrounding areas