We are East Gippsland Shire
East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including ski fields, high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included
East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of passionate, multiskilled community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.
A unique blend of nature, arts, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.
About The Livestock Exchange
The East Gippsland Livestock Exchange is a nationally accredited saleyard facility in Bairnsdale that provides a low‑stress, high‑welfare environment supported by NSQA, MSA, EUCAS and NLIS compliance. It offers modern infrastructure—including undercover soft‑floor pens, efficient weighing systems and strong biosecurity practices—to ensure safe, accurate and sustainable livestock handling for vendors, buyers and the broader agricultural community.
The Opportunity
The Livestock Exchange Supervisor leads the daily operations of the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange, ensuring the saleyards run safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry and legislative requirements. The role oversees staff, maintenance, contractor activity, and stakeholder engagement to deliver high‑quality service and uphold animal welfare and biosecurity standards. It also provides operational leadership through effective planning, budgeting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Include
Manage asset and infrastructure maintenance, including hands‑on maintenance of yards and floors, to ensure they are clean, safe, well‑maintained, and fully prepared before each sale.
Lead daily operations of the East Gippsland Livestock Exchange, coordinating staff, sale days, and stakeholder engagement.
Oversee compliance with animal welfare, biosecurity, NLIS, NSQA, and emergency management requirements.
Monitor budgets, oversee procurement, and support financial reporting and capital planning.
Promote a strong safety culture, ensure OHS compliance, and drive continuous improvement across all site activities.
This is a full time, ongoing position based in Bairnsdale. The successful applicant will need to undergo a police check, pre-employment medical and have a Working with Children Check.
What We're Looking For
Demonstrated experience in livestock related business operations
Demonstrated experience in business improvement and process implementation
Proven ability to manage team member and contractor performance to meet expectations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders and build relationships
Relevant experience in driving a culture of safety and compliance in a team environment
Experienced skid-steer user and confidence in operation of tools, plant and equipment.
Work-Life Balance
Why you'll love EGSC:
Option to purchase additional leave
Extra time off over Christmas
Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres
Competitive Salaries
Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December
Banded salaries with built in yearly increases
A Supportive Environment
17 weeks paid parental leave
Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career
Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions
Does this sound like the role for you? Apply now
To Apply, Please Upload
Your resume, including 2 references
A cover letter, explaining why you're interested in the position and the skills you will bring to the role
A statement responding to each of the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description
Questions? Contact Kylie Ward, Commercial Business Coordinator on
Close date extended. Applications close at 11:45pm on 24 February 2026
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.