WA Cattle Growth & Operations Leader

Elders Rural Services Australia Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elders is seeking a WA Livestock Manager - Cattle to lead cattle operations across Western Australia, driving growth, performance and compliance in a senior leadership role.

You will work with the WA Livestock Manager - Sheep, stock agents, branch teams and key industry stakeholders to align livestock activities, strengthen relationships and deliver strong commercial outcomes for the WA cattle network.

Qualifications

• Hold a related tertiary livestock, agribusiness or agricultural qualification (or demonstrated experience).
• Full unencumbered driver's licence, with Q Fever vaccination or proof of immunity.
• Extensive experience within the WA cattle industry, with knowledge of markets, saleyards and agent networks.
• Proven ability to generate cattle demand, connect supply with market opportunities and build strong relationships.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience and ability to coach across cattle and sheep teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the WA cattle strategy, delivering growth, market share and livestock demand outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with WA cattle producers, vendors, buyers and industry stakeholders.
• Identify market opportunities and leverage insights to drive informed business decisions.
• Lead, coach and develop cattle agents and teams, coordinating with sheep leadership for a united livestock business.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardisation and best-practice ways of working.
• Manage regional livestock operations, including saleyard activities and day-to-day processes.
• Take accountability for regional financial performance, including P&L and credit management.
• Promote safety, compliance and biosecurity across the region.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Negotiation

NLIS knowledge

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary livestock/agri qualification

Tools

NLIS system

Computer skills

Job description

Elders is seeking a WA Livestock Manager - Cattle to lead cattle operations across Western Australia, driving growth, performance and compliance in a senior leadership role.

You will work with the WA Livestock Manager - Sheep, stock agents, branch teams and key industry stakeholders to align livestock activities, strengthen relationships and deliver strong commercial outcomes for the WA cattle network.