Operations Coordinator - Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets

At the heart of community. At the start of the future. That's where you'll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Operations Coordinator - Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you'll be part of that impact every single day. We're at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond.

As the Operations Coordinator at Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the largest cattle selling centre in New South Wales and one of Australia's premier livestock facilities. Leading a high-performing team, you'll coordinate maintenance programs, contractors and key stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient and compliant operations.

This is an outstanding leadership opportunity to make your mark in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You'll mentor and develop your team, build strong industry relationships, and play a key role in the ongoing success and future growth of one of Australia's most respected livestock markets.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Building strong relationships with stock and station agents, contractors and industry stakeholders to support efficient and effective market operations.
• Coordinating maintenance programs, asset improvements and operational projects that contribute to the ongoing success of the facility.
• Leading the day-to-day operations of the largest cattle selling centre in New South Wales and one of Australia's premier livestock facilities.
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, safety and continuous improvement.
• Upholding high standards of animal welfare, compliance and customer service across one of Australia's most respected livestock markets.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrated experience leading and supervising operational teams to deliver quality outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of livestock industry operations, animal welfare requirements and business operations.
• Experience coordinating asset maintenance activities.
• General administrative skills demonstrating a competent level of literacy, numeracy and basic computer skills.
• A current Class C Driver Licence and a firearms licence, or the demonstrated ability to obtain one.

We would also love you to have:

• Experience in saleyard operations and supervision.
• A strong understanding of compliance, risk management and Chain of Responsibility requirements within a livestock market environment.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $91,698 to $106,566. This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

Applications close 9:00am, Monday 31st August 2026.

Considering relocating for this opportunity? Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience, a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas.

At Dubbo Regional Council, you'll find a great combination. Here's what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact. Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways.
• Find personal and professional growth. You'll find so much variety here. We're doing diverse, high-impact work at scale.
• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love. Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options.
• Find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.