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Nurse / Compounder
Performance Specialist (Veterinary focus)
Nurse / Compounder
#747568
Remote / WFH
COWMANAGER B.V.
Job Description
Join a leading agri-tech company transforming how dairy farmers manage animal health, fertility, and nutrition through real-time data and insights.
CowManager is an established and growing presence in New Zealand, working at the intersection of animal health, technology, and on-farm performance. This role offers the opportunity to apply your veterinary and/or nutritional expertise in a highly practical, data-driven environment where your input directly influences farm outcomes.
You will play a key role in turning advanced behavioural and sensor data into clear, actionable decisions that improve herd performance across health, fertility, nutrition, and youngstock.
You will also be at the forefront of innovation, supporting the rollout and application of new technologies including youngstock monitoring and milk sensors for mastitis detection.
What You Will Be Doing
Analyse herd performance using CowManager Insights to drive improvements in animal health, fertility, and nutrition
Lead the development and application of solutions for youngstock and calf performance
Support the rollout and on-farm use of milk sensor technology, focusing on mastitis detection and intervention
Turn system alerts into practical, timely actions by working closely with farmers, veterinarians, and advisors
Provide expert guidance that challenges and improves herd management practices across areas such as mastitis, lameness, metabolic health, reproduction, and feeding strategies
Act as a key technical voice, connecting CowManager data with real-world farm decisions
Work collaboratively with farmers, vets, nutritionists, and industry stakeholders to align on performance goals
Identify trends and insights to support both on-farm improvements and future product development
Contribute to strengthening CowManager’s position within the veterinary and animal health sector
About CowManager
CowManager is an innovative and international company in the agricultural sector. We give our employees the chance to fulfill their professional ambitions. As inventors of the very first ear sensor technology for dairy cattle, we work shoulder-to-shoulder with our coworkers and customers, driven by big data and passionate about cow welfare. Our company's headquarters resides in Hamilton and the Netherlands. We value a healthy work-life balance, and our employees have a genuine passion for our sector and our service. Our goal? To do better together!
What We Are Looking For
Veterinary qualification or strong background in dairy nutrition
Solid experience in dairy systems, with strength across animal health, fertility, and nutrition
Interest or experience in youngstock and calf rearing systems
Strong understanding of mastitis and practical approaches to detection and management
Confidence working with data and translating insights into clear on-farm actions
Ability to influence and challenge farmers and advisors in a constructive, practical way
Strong understanding of pasture-based dairy systems
Well-connected within the New Zealand dairy industry is an advantage
Clear communicator who can simplify complex information into practical outcomes
Willingness to travel and work closely with farms across the region
Applicants must be based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa or residency.
Why People Enjoy Working at CowManager
You will be part of a tight, high-performing team where people back each other and share knowledge openly
The culture is practical and grounded in the realities of farming, not corporate theory
Your expertise is trusted, and you are given the autonomy to make decisions and drive outcomes
You work alongside people who are genuinely passionate about improving animal health and farm performance
The environment is collaborative, with strong connections across vets, nutritionists, farmers, and the wider industry
You will have the opportunity to shape how technology is applied in real farm systems, not just observe it
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CowManager is an established and growing presence in New Zealand, working at the intersection of animal health, technology, and on-farm performance. This role offers the opportunity to apply your veterinary and/or nutritional expertise in a highly practical, data-driven environment where your input directly influences farm outcomes.
You will play a key role in turning advanced behavioural and sensor data into clear, actionable decisions that improve herd performance across health, fertility, nutrition, and youngstock.
You will also be at the forefront of innovation, supporting the rollout and application of new technologies including youngstock monitoring and milk sensors for mastitis detection.
What You Will Be Doing
Analyse herd performance using CowManager Insights to drive improvements in animal health, fertility, and nutrition
Lead the development and application of solutions for youngstock and calf performance
Support the rollout and on-farm use of milk sensor technology, focusing on mastitis detection and intervention
Turn system alerts into practical, timely actions by working closely with farmers, veterinarians, and advisors
Provide expert guidance that challenges and improves herd management practices across areas such as mastitis, lameness, metabolic health, reproduction, and feeding strategies
Act as a key technical voice, connecting CowManager data with real-world farm decisions
Work collaboratively with farmers, vets, nutritionists, and industry stakeholders to align on performance goals
Identify trends and insights to support both on-farm improvements and future product development
Contribute to strengthening CowManager’s position within the veterinary and animal health sector
About CowManager
CowManager is an innovative and international company in the agricultural sector. We give our employees the chance to fulfill their professional ambitions. As inventors of the very first ear sensor technology for dairy cattle, we work shoulder-to-shoulder with our coworkers and customers, driven by big data and passionate about cow welfare. Our company's headquarters resides in Hamilton and the Netherlands. We value a healthy work-life balance, and our employees have a genuine passion for our sector and our service. Our goal? To do better together!
What We Are Looking For
Veterinary qualification or strong background in dairy nutrition
Solid experience in dairy systems, with strength across animal health, fertility, and nutrition
Interest or experience in youngstock and calf rearing systems
Strong understanding of mastitis and practical approaches to detection and management
Confidence working with data and translating insights into clear on-farm actions
Ability to influence and challenge farmers and advisors in a constructive, practical way
Strong understanding of pasture-based dairy systems
Well-connected within the New Zealand dairy industry is an advantage
Clear communicator who can simplify complex information into practical outcomes
Willingness to travel and work closely with farms across the region
Applicants must be based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa or residency.
Why People Enjoy Working at CowManager
You will be part of a tight, high-performing team where people back each other and share knowledge openly
The culture is practical and grounded in the realities of farming, not corporate theory
Your expertise is trusted, and you are given the autonomy to make decisions and drive outcomes
You work alongside people who are genuinely passionate about improving animal health and farm performance
The environment is collaborative, with strong connections across vets, nutritionists, farmers, and the wider industry
You will have the opportunity to shape how technology is applied in real farm systems, not just observe it
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