Senior Farm Operations Manager: Sheep, Cattle & Cropping

Warralong Pastoral Company Pty Ltd; Coolac; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home with heating

Air conditioning

Pool access

Dog food allowance

Dog injury cover

Phone allowance

Utility allowance

Work vehicle provided

Beef and lamb supplied

Job summary

Warralong Pastoral Company Pty Ltd in Coolac NSW is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager to lead a large mixed farming enterprise, including Merino sheep, Angus cattle, and cropping. You will oversee a small on-site team and report directly to the owners.

The role emphasises operational leadership, implementing modern farming practices, animal health, pasture management, and infrastructure maintenance to sustain productivity and safety.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of Merino sheep, Angus cattle, pastures and cropping
• Operate large farm tractors
• First aid accreditation
• Side by side vehicle accreditation
• Chemical certificate
• Chainsaw certification
• Strong organization and day-to-day operations
• High attention to detail and communication
• Willing to grow within the role
• Have a working dog team
• Computer literacy and data recording

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across farm businesses
• Monitor and improve flock and herd health and well-being
• Manage cropping and pasture performance
• Oversee property maintenance including fencing
• Oversee machinery repairs and routine maintenance
• Infrastructure oversight and staff supervision

Skills

Merino sheep

Angus cattle

Pastures

Cropping operations

Tractor operation

First aid

Chemical certificate

Chainsaw

Record keeping

Data analysis

Team leadership

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Working dog team

Computer literacy

Job description

Warralong Pastoral Company Pty Ltd in Coolac NSW is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager to lead a large mixed farming enterprise, including Merino sheep, Angus cattle, and cropping. You will oversee a small on-site team and report directly to the owners.

The role emphasises operational leadership, implementing modern farming practices, animal health, pasture management, and infrastructure maintenance to sustain productivity and safety.