Site Manager

Orange, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full Time 35 hours per week
Ongoing role
Primary Work Location: Orange
Clerk Grade 9/10 Salary from $129464 up to $142665 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

Diversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible welcoming and free from barriers.

About the Role

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Agriculture and Biosecurity branch are seeking a Site Manager to join them.

Your role will manage all operational aspects of the agricultural research site from infrastructure and resources to budgeting and stakeholder relations. You will focus on supporting research outcomes while ensuring the sites commercial sustainability.

About You
As our ideal candidate you will have:

Degree in a relevant agricultural or business discipline or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to lead and manage agricultural operations including infrastructure resources and personnel.
Strong financial management skills including budgeting and business planning.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for a research or commercial site.
Experience in commercial marketing and sales of agricultural produce to ensure financial sustainability.
Ability and willingness to live on-site. A house is provided at a subsidised rent.
Ability to travel for work purposes.

Applying is easy!

Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience and why youre our ideal candidate.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Mark Oosterveen onor email

Please click here to view the role description.

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: Monday 16 February 2026 11:55pm

What to Expect Next

After applying:

Youll receive a confirmation email
Well review all applications once the ad closes
If shortlisted you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task skills test psychometric test)
Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks a national police check bankruptcy check health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

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:

Local Land Services
NSW Resources
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Fisheries and Forestry
Regional Development and Delivery.

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.

Required Experience:

Manager

Full Time 35 hours per weekOngoing rolePrimary Work Location: OrangeClerk Grade 9/10 Salary from $129464 up to $142665 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loadingDiversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fosteri...

Full Time 35 hours per week
Ongoing role
Primary Work Location: Orange
Clerk Grade 9/10 Salary from $129464 up to $142665 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

Degree in a relevant agricultural or business discipline or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to lead and manage agricultural operations including infrastructure resources and personnel.
Strong financial management skills including budgeting and business planning.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for a research or commercial site.
Experience in commercial marketing and sales of agricultural produce to ensure financial sustainability.
Ability and willingness to live on-site. A house is provided at a subsidised rent.
Ability to travel for work purposes.