Program Manager – Sustainability R&D

2 weeks ago


City of Brisbane, Australia Meat & Livestock Australia Full time

Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal, Program & Project Management

Job Description

- Join a passionate industry supporting global demand for quality, sustainable red meat

- Flexible, supporting and inclusive team culture with great rewards and benefits

- Lead the Australian red meat industry Sustainability R&D team

About the Role

Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for an experienced agriculture research manager to join our Sustainability R&D team. The Program Manager – Sustainability R&D will develop strategy for, and deliver research, development and adoption activities nationally for the sheep and beef industries. This will involve close consultation with the livestock producers, research providers and innovation landscape to position the Australian industry as a world-leader in this space.

Our ideal Program Manager has

- Extensive experience (> 10 years) in R&D program management involving beef cattle and sheep in feedlot and/or grazing systems

- Strong knowledge of statistics, experimental design, business case development and opportunity assessment

- Extensive experience and demonstrated achievement in delivering outcomes that benefit the sustainability and profitability of the industry.

The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full time employment in Australia. For more information refer to the position description.

Apply now via the link to submit your application (incl. resume).

What’s on offer?

The Australian red meat and livestock industry is passionate about caring about our animals, land, people and communities. Working together, we strive to push boundaries and continuously improve to ensure prosperity for the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We are focused on delivering world-leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.

At Meat & Livestock Australia we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, rebatable employer salary packaging and social club activities. You/'ll learn on the job in a supportive environment and have access to learning and development opportunities so that you can continue to grow and develop your career.

Who are we?

Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research and development products and services to beef, sheep and goat producers, with the core purpose to deliver world-leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability. The Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced sustainably, in high welfare systems and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet.

If you have a question in relation to the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing careers@mla.com.au

Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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