• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary contract up to 3 years
• Primary Work Location: Yanco Agriculture Institute
• Technical Officer Grade 1-3 – Salary from $ 73,522.00 to $ 113,562.00 plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.  The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the Role
The Farm Manager is responsible for strategically managing and overseeing all operational farming activities. The role demonstrates best practice management techniques, facilitates research projects and trials, delivers commercial production outcomes, and maintains a strong connection with local industry partners.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Ability to plan and manage all farm operations, including cropping, livestock programs, and resource management effectively.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of staff and contractors to ensure compliance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to develop and implement operational plans.
• Strong skills in developing and managing farm budgets and records, along with marketing farm produce effectively, while providing analysis and reporting on operational activities.
• Qualifications in accordance with Part 2 (xviii) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award
• Demonstrated experience in cropping and pasture management systems
• Valid driver’s licence

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 Joe Valenzisi on Joe.Valenzisi@dpi.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Tuesday 4 March 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 capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

  The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.