Site Manager (Orange)

Orange•Orange, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Manager for the Orange, Bathurst & Cowra Research Stations plays a pivotal role in shaping the success of DPIRD’s research programs. You’ll lead the day‑to‑day management of the station’s 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, you’ll 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 hands‑on 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, on‑site accommodation is provided at a significantly subsidised rent, giving you the convenience of living close to the station’s daily activity and seasonal demands. The Research Stations are a dynamic, multi‑agency 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 future‑focused, a place where great ideas can be tested, refined and delivered for industry impact.

Requirements

Degree in a relevant agricultural or business discipline or equivalent experience.
Required to live on site (Orange).
NSW Driver licence.

Nice To Haves

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 decision‑making.
Stakeholder communication strengths — the capability to work with researchers, staff, partners and agencies while navigating competing priorities.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day management of the station’s agricultural infrastructure, resources and production systems.
Ensure the site operates safely, efficiently and to a high commercial and research standard.
Oversee operations that support crops, pastures and livestock and building/site management.
Balance the needs of research excellence with best practice agricultural production.