The Employer & The Role The farm operates sheep, cattle and cropping across two properties totalling 2,509 hectares, where they manage a flock of 5,000 first-cross ewes and 540 Angus breeders, while also cropping approximately 150 hectares each year with canola, wheat, and lucerne hay. The owner is retiring and this has opened up an opportunity for a manager to join this well run family business. This is a comprehensive hands-on manager’s role that will require you to balance hands-on elements with administrative tasks, reporting directly to the family manned board of directors and supported by an existing full-time employee, with the ability to engage an additional 2-3 casual workers as needed during busier periods. Utilising your previous stock experience, you will be responsible for planning and undertaking all animal husbandry elements. Mustering is conducted using quad bikes and side-by-sides, with a strong emphasis on low-stress stock handling. While dogs may be used for handling sheep, they are not used when handling cattle. The farm is well equipped with 3 tractors, trucks, sowing and hay equipment, boom sprayers, and spray carts, making its operation more efficient. The Offer A competitive salary package will be negotiated, which includes a newly renovated three-bedroom cottage featuring reverse-cycle air conditioning and wood fires, all set within an attractive garden setting with a very pleasant view over the property. The city of Goulburn is just 6 km away on a bitumen road, offering numerous job opportunities for a partner and a range of educational and medical options for the family. Canberra is a 45-minute drive, and Sydney is 2 hours away, making this a fantastic central location. The Ideal Candidate Success in this role will require you to have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a role responsible for livestock as well as be forward-thinking and passionate about the farm, willing to commit to treating the place as if it were your own, along with the following skills and attributes Prior cropping experience is desired The ability to operate farm machinery with a strong mechanical aptitude You must be adaptable and have sound problem-solving skills The ability to work independently and have strong communication, record-keeping and interpersonal skills Focused on WHS and low-stress stock handling Quality organisational skills Register your interest If you feel that you’re the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you’re the right fit. For further information, please call Grace on 0439 473 786 or email grace@droverag.com.au
