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Mirna Butler Recruitment is recruiting for our client, a progressive and well-established agricultural enterprise located near Perth, Western Australia. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to manage a large-scale merino sheep operation in a hands-on, autonomous role. About the Role: Reporting directly to the absentee farm owners, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a 20,000 DSE merino enterprise. The farm joins 8,000 ewes in an 18-micron merino flock, with a focus on producing high-performing flock ewes and managing a top-tier ASBV-rated, dual-purpose merino ram nucleus flock. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all animal husbandry using modern handling equipmentPlan and manage rotational grazing and pasture productionDevelop and manage feed budgets, including confinement feedingDrive productivity metrics such as lamb turn-off per ewe per hectareMaintain ZQ accreditation through accurate stock recordsConduct general farm maintenance, fencing, and equipment servicingContribute to a positive and professional workplace culture Requirements: Proven leadership experience in large-scale, high-rainfall sheep enterprisesStrong understanding of rotational grazing, feed budgeting, and confinement feedingFamiliarity with Lifetime Ewe Management principlesProficiency in livestock EiD data collection and farm management softwareCommitment to WHS practices and team developmentAppreciation for land management, sustainability, and farm aestheticsExperience with pasture renovation and fodder conservationOperation of large seeding equipment is advantageous Qualifications: Tertiary or post-secondary qualifications in Agriculture or Farm Management are highly regarded Remuneration: Starting salary: AUD $130,000 per annumFamily accommodation (3-bedroom home)Diesel work vehicle provided IMPORTANT: Applications close 15 November 2025Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be consideredOnly candidates who are shortlisted will be contactedNo social media messages / comments will be responded to #J-18808-Ljbffr