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. It doesn't get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Operations Coordinator - Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

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. Supported by an experienced Manager and collaborative team, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact every day.

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

What you'll bring

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:

(Desirable requirements)

• Experience in saleyard operations and supervision

• A strong understanding of compliance, risk management and Chain of Responsibility requirements within a livestock market environment

Ready to make a difference?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $91,698 to $106,566

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Regional Livestock Markets on 02 •••• •717 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physcial requirements of the position.

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

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Why Dubbo Regional Council?

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. It'll always be that way. But right here, right now, we're at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You'll find so much variety here. We're doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don't have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you'll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - 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, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• 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.