Farm Manager | Douglas Daly Research Farm | NT

The Northern Territory Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is seeking an experienced Farm Manager to lead the team at Douglas Daly Research Farm.

This is a full-time, ongoing role overseeing cattle production, dryland and irrigated cropping, pasture management and the day-to-day running of the farm. You’ll work with research and technical staff to keep the farm ready for trials and make sure operations meet animal welfare and workplace health and safety requirements.

Douglas Daly Research Farm supports agricultural research and works with producers to share findings through field days, open days and practical demonstrations. The farm’s operations include cattle production, pasture management and both dryland and irrigated cropping.

• Manage the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the farm in line with NT Government and departmental requirements.

• Lead and supervise staff, plan workloads and uphold safe work and animal welfare practices.

• Coordinate farm activities for research projects and work closely with research and technical staff.

• Coordinate and assist with cattle production, pasture management and dryland and irrigated cropping.

• Manage the farm budget and oversee purchasing, financial, technical and administrative records.

• Work with staff to plan and deliver long-term improvements to farm assets and facilities.

• Assist with field days, open days, producer training and field demonstrations.

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience managing cattle and mixed farming operations.

• Sound knowledge of the cattle industry, preferably northern beef production.

• Practical expertise in land preparation, cropping, pasture improvement, rotational grazing, and machinery operation and maintenance.

• Proven ability to lead and support staff, prepare work plans, manage purchasing and financial records, and maintain workplace health and safety standards.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with producers, the public, and research and technical staff.

• Ability to safely operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Desirable

• A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in agriculture or a related field.

• A current NT Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence.

• A current First Aid Certificate, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

• A ChemCert or SmarTrain Certificate, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Early starts, late finishes and weekend work are often required.

• Salary of $95,096 to $104,205 at the Technical 4 level.

• Full-time, ongoing employment with the Northern Territory Government.

• The opportunity to lead a mixed farming operation that supports practical research and works directly with producers.

Applications close Tuesday 17 November 2026.

Include a one-page summary about yourself, a detailed résumé and copies of your tertiary qualifications, if held.

Apply online via NT Government Jobs

Position number 12889 · RTF 358199

For enquiries or to discuss recruitment adjustments, contact Anthony Green, Regional Farm Manager Darwin, on 0427 002 804 or anthony.green@nt.gov.au.