Current Opportunities

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:

• Develop and articulate AMPC’s vision for the research and development function and to ensure the effective use of processor levies, government matching funds and commercial income streams.
• Review all RD&A investment requests and approve within delegated authority
• Develop key partnerships: Establish partnerships with research providers, developers and commercial organisations to secure outcomes and impacts that benefit the processing industry.
• Adoption Strategy and Execution: Lead the development of adoption strategies and oversee their execution to deliver on AMPC’s strategic priorities, optimising the impact of R&D investments.
• Impact Enhancement: Enhance opportunities to boost the productivity, sustainability and profitability of the Australian red meat processing industry.

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