Public Sector People is recruiting for a Senior Saleyards Officer on behalf of a Local Government Council. This role is a temporary position with potential for extension. The Saleyards team is responsible for ensuring efficient, protected, and compliant operations while providing high-quality service to stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
About The Role
As a Senior Saleyards Officer, you will support the Saleyards Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring compliance with animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety standards. You will be a senior point of contact when the Manager is unavailable, manage administration and recordkeeping, coordinate maintenance and asset management, and liaise with agents, vendors, and transport operators to ensure smooth livestock sales and operations.
Keys To Success
Knowledge and experience in livestock handling and saleyard operationsStrong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work as part of a teamCompetent in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software systemsLocal Government experience desirable
Benefits of the Role:
12-Month Contract + Likely ExtensionEmerald, QLD - onsite$59.76 + Super38 hours per weekMonday to Friday – with flexibility for out-of-hours operations when required
Key Responsibilities:
Provide accurate and timely administrative support and maintain livestock records.Assist with asset management, risk management, and WH&S; compliance.Oversee safe and humane livestock handling in line with biosecurity requirements.Support operational budgeting, revenue growth, and cost efficiency.Liaise with stakeholders including agents, vendors, and transport operators.
About You:
Ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions when requiredCapable of handling physical tasks including lifting up to 15kg.Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.Holds a minimum of a Queensland C Class driver’s licence.
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📌 Senior Saleyard Officer
🏢 Public Sector People
📍 Gladstone Central