Livestock Manager

Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary up to two years
• Primary Work Location: Paterson
• Technical Officer Grade 1/3 – Salary from $75,728 per annum plus super and leave loading

The salary offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award and the Technical Staff Merit Progression Guidelines.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.  Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

About the RoleAs a Farm Manager at Tocal, you'll be responsible for the full scope of farm operations, from planning and managing cropping and livestock programs to leading a team of staff and contractors. You'll use your farming expertise to guide both research and commercial activities, while also handling budgets, records, and marketing farm produce. You'll build strong working relationships with stakeholders and focus on maintaining security and operational standards.

About YouAs our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Qualifications in accordance with Part 2 (xviii) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award
• Proven expertise in managing diverse farming operations, including cropping and livestock programs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration.
• Experience in budget management, record-keeping, and marketing farm produce.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance competing interests and priorities.

Applying is easy

Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you're our ideal candidate.

If you'd like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Robert Rein on or email

EOI Applications close: Sunday, 17 August 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information

This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an appointment for over 12 months or ongoing, applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Technical Officer Grade 1/3 OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.