Site Manager (Orange)

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

About the Role
The Site Manager for the Orange Bathurst & Cowra Research Stations plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of DPIRDs research programs. Youll lead the daytoday management of the stations agricultural infrastructure resources and production systems ensuring the site operates safely efficiently and to a high commercial and research standard.

Working closely with site leaders DPIRD researchers and commercial partners youll oversee operations that support crops pastures and livestock and building/site management while balancing the needs of research excellence with best practice agricultural production. This is a handson leadership role where your decisions directly influence research outcomes commercial performance and the long-term sustainability of the site.

To support the operational nature of the role onsite accommodation is provided at a significantly subsidised rent giving you the convenience of living close to the stations daily activity and seasonal demands.

The Research Stations are a dynamic multiagency agricultural research hub where innovation meets practical real-world farming. Our sites support a diverse range of DPIRD research programs commercial activities and collaborative projects with industry partners. We take pride in maintaining a site that is safe productive and futurefocused a place where great ideas can be tested refined and delivered for industry impact.

About You
As our ideal candidate you will bring:

• Strong operational leadership the ability to manage infrastructure contractors resources and site functions with confidence and clarity.
• Commercial and agricultural acumen experience balancing research needs with best practice production and commercially sound decisionmaking.
• Stakeholder communication strengths the capability to work with researchers staff partners and agencies while navigating competing priorities

Essential criteria:

• Degree in a relevant agricultural or business discipline or equivalent experience.
• Required to live on site (Orange). A house is provided at a subsidised rent.
• NSW Driver licence

For further information about the role please contact hiring manager Mark Oosterveen Cluster Manager Central onor email .

You can also view the role description here

Applications close: Thursday 16 July 2026 at 11:55pm AEST

Applying is easy!

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.

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.
• Atalentpool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next18 months.

Why Join Us

At DPIRD were committed to protecting and growing NSWs primary industries while supporting regional communities. When you join us youll:

• Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations.
• Access professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Be part of a collaborative inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.

About us together we are DPIRD

The New South WalesDepartment of Primary Industries and Regional Development(DPIRD) protectssupportsand 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 oceansvegetationand forests.

The department brings together:

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

With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.Learn more about the benefitsof joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

At DPIRD we are committed to fostering a diverseequitableand 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 disabilityreligionand sexual orientation.

DPIRD is a proudDisability Confident RecruiterFamily Inclusive EmployerandCarer 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 toparticipate 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.