About the Role
As the Leader Livestock Efficiency and Sustainability you will lead the strategic research and development program supporting NSWs extensive livestock industries. Your focus will be on driving innovation that enhances productivity environmental performance and long-term sustainability.
Youll manage a high-performing team of researchers and technical experts oversee complex projects and budgets and foster strong partnerships with industry government and research organisations. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of livestock systems in NSW through evidence-based insights and collaborative leadership.
Success in this role means delivering impactful R&D outcomes building trusted relationships and influencing policy and practice to support a more efficient and sustainable livestock sector.
What Youll Bring
To thrive in this role youll bring:
For further information about the role please contact Fay Haynes onor email . You can also view the role description here.
How to Apply
Please apply via our online portal and submit:
A CV (approx. 4 pages)
A cover letter (approx. 1 page) Tell us how your experience and skills make you a great fit for this role.
Applications close: Tuesday 4 November 2025 at 11:55pm
What to Expect Next
After applying:
About us together we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture forestry fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils minerals waterways and oceans vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5000 employees and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At DPIRD we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including but not limited to gender age ethnicity cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate please contact or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.