Manager Sheep & Goat Traceability

Department of Regional NSW Careers•Orange, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager Sheep & Goat Traceability is a senior leadership role with responsibility for leading the delivery of the NSW sheep and goat traceability program, including the transition from implementation to ongoing management and informing future policy development. The role plays a critical part in strengthening livestock traceability arrangements in NSW and supporting national alignment. The Manager Sheep & Goat Traceability will: Lead and manage a high‑performing team delivering the NSW sheep and goat traceability program, including the transition to full program execution in 2027 Provide expert leadership on livestock traceability strategy, policy and program delivery, incorporating contemporary national and international traceability systems Drive governance arrangements associated with the program, including internal and industry‑driven forums Oversee grants programs related to the transition to management, ensuring strong financial, governance and reporting oversight Prepare and coordinate high‑level advice, briefings, cabinet submissions, correspondence and reports on complex and often time‑critical issues Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, other NSW agencies, Commonwealth and interstate jurisdictions, and industry representatives Actively contribute to the Agriculture leadership team and support transparent, timely communication across the program and broader division. The role has responsibility for budget management, resource allocation, people leadership and ensuring a strong safety culture.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in livestock traceability, biosecurity, or related regulatory or industry programs
Strong capability in senior‑level policy analysis, program management and stakeholder engagement
Proven people leadership experience, including building capability, managing performance and leading change
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical and policy information for diverse audiences
A collaborative, outcomes‑focused approach with sound judgement in complex, sensitive and high‑profile environments.
Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g. Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Food Technology, Public Policy or similar) or equivalent experience are required
A current NSW Class C Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a high‑performing team delivering the NSW sheep and goat traceability program, including the transition to full program execution in 2027
Provide expert leadership on livestock traceability strategy, policy and program delivery, incorporating contemporary national and international traceability systems
Drive governance arrangements associated with the program, including internal and industry‑driven forums
Oversee grants programs related to the transition to management, ensuring strong financial, governance and reporting oversight
Prepare and coordinate high‑level advice, briefings, cabinet submissions, correspondence and reports on complex and often time‑critical issues
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, other NSW agencies, Commonwealth and interstate jurisdictions, and industry representatives
Actively contribute to the Agriculture leadership team and support transparent, timely communication across the program and broader division.
Budget management, resource allocation, people leadership and ensuring a strong safety culture.