Currently advertised disclosable Executive
& Non-Executive Director roles
Currently advertised disclosable Executive & Non-Executive Director roles
The Organisation
Australian Meat & Processor Corporation (AMPC) is the rural Research and Development Corporation (RDC) for the red meat processing industry in Australia. As the research, development and marketing service provider for Australian processors, AMPC runs programs of activity that are funded by processor levies, private contributions and the Australian Government.
The Role
The General Manager Research, Development & Adoption (GM RD&A) position, ideally based in either Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra or Melbourne reports directly to the CEO and works closely with processors, research providers, government and other key industry bodies including AMIC (Australian Meat Industry Council).
The primary purpose of the role is to lead the Research, Development and Adoption function within AMPC, and to manage a team of RD&A professionals. The role is responsible for ensuring the AMPC RD&A strategy is implemented through a combination of investment activities and industry engagement. The incumbent is accountable for delivery of the entire RD&A cycle at AMPC, including engagement, due diligence, consultation, R&D, extension, adoption, and evaluation.
The GM RD&A, will be primarily responsible for:
This role is a key leadership position. As a member of the Executive Team, you will contribute to overall company performance, including strategy development and execution, budgeting, risk management and supporting the CEO in various external engagements. Accordingly, you will be a highly motivated team player, thrive on responsibility, exhibit fine judgment and demonstrate a strong scientific and commercial instinct.
This is an exciting opportunity for a research, development and adoption professional to enable AMPC to build the most competitive, profitable and sustainable red meat processing industry.
To request a copy of the position description and/or to arrange a confidential discussion with the advising Consultant please email your request to Pacific Search Partners: consultant@pacificsearch.com.au with ‘AMPC GM RD&A’ in the subject line.
To express interest in this role please submit your CV and a brief cover letter via Seek.
Applications close: Friday October 10, 2025
About our company
Putzmeister, founded by Karl Schlecht in 1958, is a global leader in manufacturing construction machinery. In 2012, Putzmeister was acquired by SANY Heavy Industries, one of the largest construction equipment manufacturing companies in the world with over 55,000 employees. This has allowed Putzmeister to benefit from SANY’s robust dual brand strategy, leveraging the strengths of SANY’s Concrete and Road Business units alongside SANY’s Excavator and Wheel Loader Business units, opening future possibilities for innovation and market expansion.
In addition to PMO specialising in their own industry and product portfolio as a worldwide leading manufacturer / solution provider for pumping, mixing and placing concrete, mortar and industrial solids, PMO (also known as SANY Oceania) is the sole distributor for the SANY Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Skid Steers, Road Machinery and Asphalt Equipment.
Putzmeister, partnering with the Sany Global, with a clear strategy for additional growth into the Oceania Region, is also positioned to introduce further Sany related products into the Oceania market to meet and fulfill industry demand and will also be integral for the group in fulfilling this Senior Leadership role.
With a major focus on the Excavator, Wheel Loader and Skid Steer Machinery products, an exciting Senior Leadership opportunity is available to lead the Construction Equipment product lines and play a pivotal role in driving growth and market presence across the construction, mining, agricultural, rental and forestry industries.
About the role
The Head of Construction Equipment at SANY/PMO is responsible for driving strategic growth and brand representation in the Oceania region for SANY construction equipment. This key executive role serves as a business partner for the PMO CEO and focuses on three critical elements:
Delivering the Best Customer Service
Optimising Channels to Market
Ensuring the Best Value Product Offerings
What you will bring to the role
The ideal candidate will bring significant executive leadership experience from industries such as construction, mining, tunnelling, precast concrete, power and energy, waste management or heavy industrial machinery. A deep understanding of one or more of these sectors and a strong network of industry contacts will be crucial. The successful candidate will leverage their relationships and insights to drive organisation growth and market expansion, ensuring SANY/ PMO continues to innovate and lead in its field.
The ideal candidate will have:
What’s in it for you
Our aim is to be an employer of choice by providing a challenging and rewarding role where you can grow with the company and develop a long term and successful career.
This role will be based at PMO’s Head Office in Melbourne (Altona).
We’re looking for an experienced and driven individuals to join us, to help us maximise business efficiency as we continue to grow and expand our offering.
If you are a motivated and experienced professional ready to take on a challenging role with PMO, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter.
PMO is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
