As a project manager in the feedlot team at Meat & Livestock Australia, you will work closely with a wide range of red meat industry stakeholders. The role centres around delivering strategic impact driven research, development and adoption to address the needs of Australian Lot Feeders to ensure long term sustainability and profitability of the industry.   

About the Role 

Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for a Feedlot Project Manager to join our Research Development and Adoption team.   

Our ideal Feedlot Project Manager has:  

• Ability to identify Research Development & Adoption (RD&A) needs and opportunities to improve the productivity and profitability of grainfed cattle production in Australia; 

• Demonstrated success addressing these needs through the establishment, management and execution of appropriate RD&A programs and projects; and 

• Experience in aligning productivity RD&A activities with cross sectional RD&A programs with particular emphasis on Sustainability and Animal Wellbeing programs 

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. 

Applications close: 28 November 2024 

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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