Our client Our client manages the Roebuck Export Depot in Broome, Western Australia. This is a holding area and biosecurity facility for the transfer of cattle domestically and for live export. The Depot underpins the pastoral industry of Northern WA and provides a fundamental service to the industry. The facility can hold over 12,000 head at any one time and is utilised by exporters and livestock agents to aggregate cattle for live export markets. It also handles transit cattle for the domestic markets. The facility operates under strict environmental and animal welfare standards, with a strong commitment to animal welfare. We are now seeking a Depot/Livestock Facility Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations. Role and responsibilities Reporting to the Executive Director Agricultural Operations, this role will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the live export depot. You will oversee livestock management, biosecurity, staff leadership, and financial performance. The Depot employs up to 15 personnel at peak times but operates on a skeleton staff during the off-season (which extends from December to March). The position requires strong leadership and interpersonal skills to lead the team and to manage the competing interests of stakeholders (brokers, stock agents and exporters). There is a strong preference for someone with prior experience in the live export cattle market, but experience in feedlot management would also be highly regarded. Someone whose partner is available to work on the depot would also be highly regarded. Requirements Extensive experience in livestock management Extensive experience in running a live export depot and/or in the live export industry Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage staff, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads Experience in working with Indigenous people Remuneration and Location Competitive remuneration and allowances, based on experience, with a very attractive salary and includes accommodation, meals and work vehicle. Accommodation consists of a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with a sleepout and a shed, located approximately 15 kilometres from the Depot and 30 minutes from Broome. To Apply Please apply for this role online (www.agri.com.au). For a confidential discussion, please call Dr. Ray Johnson, Senior Agribusiness Consultant & Managing Director at Agricultural Appointments, on 0419012841 or ray@agri.com.au.
