David Barnes

Feedlot Manager

  • Role & Experience: Feedlot Manager at Killara, overseeing daily operations. With 8 years at Killara, he brings expertise in business management, problem solving, adaptability, communication, and relationship building.

  • Achievements: Most proud of contributing to the design and construction of the state-of-the-art feedmill at Killara.

  • Work Environment: Enjoys working with colleagues and the dynamic nature of the feedlot.

  • Personal Interests: Competes in campdrafting and cutting events, enjoys fishing, and is active in committees, including serving as Director of Club Quirindi.

  • Work Style: Capable, reliable, and dedicated.

  • Motivation & Leadership: Motivated by improving processes; values flexibility and encourages staff input and feedback.

  • Guiding Principle: Integrity.

  • Favourite Destination: Yamba, Australia.

  • Dinner Guest Choice: Tommy Rodonikis.

  • Best Advice Received: “By changing nothing, nothing changes.”

Mobile: +61 408 253 786