Red Meat Industry Innovation Leader

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeSustainability Full time $120,000 - $150,000
Job Description

The Program Manager - Sustainability R&D role is a key position within the Australian red meat industry.

This role will develop strategy for, and deliver research, development and adoption activities nationally for the sheep and beef industries. This will involve close consultation with livestock producers, research providers and the innovation landscape to position the Australian industry as a world leader in this space.

The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full-time employment in Australia.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the Australian red meat industry Sustainability R&D team and deliver national R&D strategy for the sheep and beef industries.
  • Engage with livestock producers, research providers and the innovation landscape to advance research, development and adoption activities.

Qualifications
  • 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.

What's On Offer

The Australian red meat and livestock industry is focused on caring for animals, land, people and communities, delivering world-leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.

MLA offers a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, salary packaging and social club activities.


About The Industry

The Australian red meat industry is a major contributor to the country's economy and is committed to delivering world-leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness and producer profitability.

The industry is focused on caring for animals, land, people and communities, and MLA works in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research and development products and services to beef, sheep and goat producers.

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