About the Role

As Program Manager – Feedlot, you will lead the national Feedlot RD&A program, developing and delivering strategy-driven initiatives that improve productivity and profitability across the grainfed industry.

You will manage a nationally aligned portfolio of RD&A investments, ensuring feedlot productivity activities integrate with key cross-sector programs including genetics, sustainability, feedbase resources, animal wellbeing, biosecurity, grassfed productivity and eating quality.

Through strong collaboration with industry partners, researchers and RD&A committees, you will provide industry leadership and deliver outcomes aligned with MLA’s strategic plans and Annual Investment Plan.

Our ideal Program Manager - Feedlot has:

• Extensive experience in R&D program management and/or Research involving the Beef Feedlot industry or associated food animal industries.
• Extensive experience and demonstrated achievement in delivering outcomes that improve the productivity and profitability of industry
• Strong knowledge and understanding of key drivers of profitability and sustainability of the Feedlot industry in Australia, and knowledge of the priorities and issues affecting these industries.
• Veterinary or postgraduate degree in Animal Production Science and extensive research experience in a relevant discipline.

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 with care for the livestock and the environment and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet.

Applications close: 14 May 2026

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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