Searching for an experienced, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations across their boutique 250-acre Wagyu cattle property located in Piggabeen, NSW, our clients are an expanding agribusiness dedicated to producing high-quality Wagyu beef within a picturesque coastal environment. Having recently upgraded their central land holding while acquiring and renovating additional adjoining parcels, the business combines traditional agricultural values with modern farming strategies, overhead sprinkler irrigation, and machinery, including excavators, tractors, and side-by-sides. Situated in the thriving Tweed Heads region just ten minutes from pristine surfing beaches and within easy reach of Byron Bay, the Gold Coast, and Brisbane, Salterra Farm offers an unmatched balance of high-standard agricultural work and an enviable coastal lifestyle.

In this highly autonomous, hands-on role, you will take full responsibility for livestock oversight, property maintenance, and feed management—independently ordering feed and proactively improving processes and property development without daily guidance. You will manage a herd of approximately 150 Wagyu cattle and drive key operational initiatives, including artificial insemination and embryo transfer breeding programs. You will lead the implementation of Halter virtual fencing technology to optimise rotational grazing, coordinate with livestock transport drivers, and oversee grass-finished grain-assisted feeding routines. Crucially, you will actively engage in hands-on work to build and repair fencing, construct livestock shelters, build roads, and implement drainage improvements across the farm.





Working alongside a supportive landholder who directly manages post-farm-gate processing and maintains direct relationships with abattoirs and butchers, you will see the complete paddock-to-plate supply chain in action, blending traditional animal husbandry with progressive agricultural technologies.

The Offer
An attractive remuneration package is offered, coupled with comfortable accommodation in a beautifully maintained 1-bedroom cottage located right on the farm. The successful applicant will benefit from working in a positive, friendly team culture alongside top-quality machinery, excellent infrastructure, and strong ongoing investment into pasture, breeding, and property improvements.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a proactive and energetic farm management professional who thrives in an independent working environment and takes immense pride in livestock welfare and property presentation. To excel in this position, you should possess:

- Proven experience in beef cattle management, herd health monitoring, and breeding programs, including AI and ET protocol support
- Strong practical skills operating contemporary farm machinery, maintaining irrigation, and directly constructing and maintaining fencing, shelters, and property infrastructure
- A flexible, positive attitude with a desire to implement modern ag-tech solutions, such as Halter virtual fencing
- Excellent communication and organisation skills to liaise effectively with truck drivers, contractors, and farm owners

Register your interest
If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you're the right fit.

For further information, please call Bec on 0455 215 976 or email [email protected]

📌 Operations Manager - Boutique Paddock to Plate | Tweed NSW (Piggabeen)
🏢 Drover Ag Recruitment
📍 Piggabeen