Job description
Agency Department Agriculture and Work unit Douglas Daly Research Farm

Fisheries
Job title Farm Manager Designation Technical 4
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $95,096 - $104,205 Location Douglas Daly
Position number 12889 RTF 358199 Closing 17/11/2026
Contact Officer Anthony Green, Regional Farm Manager Darwin on 0427 002 804 or [email protected]
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Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358199
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Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
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people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
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Primary objective
The Farm Manager is responsible for management of staff and operations at the Douglas Daly Research Farm, providing a
high level of agricultural technical expertise.

Context statement
The Douglas Daly Research Farm provides facilities to conduct agricultural research and extension; this position ensures the
farm is research ready and animal welfare and Work Health and Safety requirements are met.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Manage the secure and efficient operation of the Douglas Daly Research Farm, including the implementation of and

compliance with NT Government policies, procedures, legislation and departmental requirements
2. Coordinate all farm activities and operations required for research projects carried out on the Research Station.
3.



Direct and supervise staff in farm operations and ensure the application of safe and appropriate work and animal welfare

practices.
4. Coordinate and assist with farm operations required for dryland and irrigated cropping, pasture management and cattle

production.
5. Responsible for budget management and oversee maintenance of technical and administrative records.
6. In conjunction with other staff, plan and implement long term development of assets and facilities of the Farm.
7. Assist with extension and producer training activities such as Field Days, Open Days, and field demonstrations.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience managing cattle and mixed farming operations.
2. Sound knowledge of the cattle industry, preferably the northern beef industry.
3. Technical expertise in farm management practices, including land preparation, cropping, pasture improvement, rotational

grazing, machinery operation and maintenance, staff supervision, and financial management.
4. Proven ability to lead and support staff, prepare work plans, manage purchasing and financial records, and maintain

workplace health and safety standards.
5. Good communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with producers, the public, and

research and technical staff
6. Ability to safely operate a four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicle.

Desirable
1. An appropriate Degree, Diploma or equivalent in agriculture or related field from a recognised institution.
2. Hold a current HR NT drivers licence.
3. Hold a current First Aid Certificate or have the ability to obtain and maintain this qualification.
4. Hold a ChemCert or SmarTrain Certificate or have the ability to obtain and maintain this qualification.

Further information
Often required to undertake duties outside of regular hours including early, late and weekend work.

📌 Farm Manager (Northern Territory)
🏢 Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
📍 Northern Territory