Livestock Operations Leader: Herd Health & Grazing

Rimfire Resources; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimfire Resources represents an established Australian agricultural business in regional Victoria seeking an experienced livestock or mixed-farming manager to lead a large-scale operation. You will develop annual operating plans and budgets, oversee day-to-day production, herd health and welfare, plan grazing and land improvements, and coordinate staff and contractors to deliver safe, efficient outcomes.

This role demands strong budgeting, reporting and problem-solving skills, with a practical,

Qualifications

• Experienced livestock or mixed-farming manager
• Ability to lead and develop people
• Budgeting, reporting and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develop annual operating plans, budgets and seasonal work programs across the property
• Lead the day-to-day management of production across the property
• Oversee herd health, nutrition, genetic improvement, livestock records and animal welfare standards
• Plan rotational grazing, feed budgets, pasture improvement, fodder production and sustainable land management activities
• Coordinate farm leaders, permanent and seasonal employees, contractors, veterinarians, agronomists and reproduction specialists
• Ensure fencing, water systems, yards, laneways, buildings and other infrastructure remain safe and fit for purpose
• Maintain compliance across workplace health and safety, biosecurity, environmental and regulatory requirements
• Monitor performance, costs and operational risk, provide regular reporting and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Livestock management

People management

Compliance

Health and safety

Job description

Rimfire Resources represents an established Australian agricultural business in regional Victoria seeking an experienced livestock or mixed-farming manager to lead a large-scale operation. You will develop annual operating plans and budgets, oversee day-to-day production, herd health and welfare, plan grazing and land improvements, and coordinate staff and contractors to deliver safe, efficient outcomes.

This role demands strong budgeting, reporting and problem-solving skills, with a practical,