Program Manager (Meat Standards)

About AUS-MEAT Limited

Formed in 1998 by co-owners MLA (Meat & Livestock Australia) and AMPC (Australian Meat Processor Corporation), AUS-MEAT has become a highly regarded leading provider of professional services to the industry.

AUS-MEAT Limited is a medium-sized business built with passionate people who drive a profitable and sustainable industry, supply chain, and export brand for high-quality meat, livestock and fresh produce. This is carried out through leading-edge policy standards; international and national audit programs; accreditation; thorough quality management; and consultation and strategic services, building value for our members, clients and customers.

What's the Opportunity

AUS-MEAT Limited has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Program Manager (Meat Standards) as part of our Meat Accreditation Language and Standards group.

Primarily based at our Brisbane head office in Murarrie, this unique and specialist role will be provided with the necessary training from the leading experts in the field to ensure the successful candidate is well-positioned to meet our expectations in the servicing and delivery of these programs.

The role's primary objective is to take ownership and provide effective leadership, management, and technical support for the delegated programs and services. This role will become the primary technical expert of the standards and provide support to the audit, review and administration teams as well as external industry committees. This role supports the business to achieve its strategic objectives by delivering and continually improving on the key outcomes and quality of service to the industry.

This exciting role will place you at the forefront of emerging industry changes.

Primarily the programs to be managed will be (but not limited):

• Non-Packer Exporter (NPE) accreditation
• Further Processors accreditation
• EU Grain Fed High Quality Beef evaluations
• Meat Standards Australia Plant based audits
• Market Certificates
• OsCap / ABCAS grader correlation systems
• Meat Messaging administration
• Animal Raising Claims

What are the key responsibilities 

Reporting into the Accreditation, Language & Standards Manager, some of the key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Ensure an up to date working knowledge of relevant legislation, Standards, and contemporary practices; this includes pending changes, trends, end-user sentiments, market pressure or impacts, and best practice research. 
• Ensure customer audits are conducted in accordance with client and/or Standard requirements.
• Communicate and articulate technical information and Standard interpretation to stakeholders in a manner in which they understand and can implement the requirements.
• Maintain the stability of program and service outcomes including financial, customer experience, technical accuracy and issue resolution metrics.
• Develop and maintain a professional network to provide expertise and knowledge as well as connection to stakeholder trends and concerns across the industry.
• Obtain feedback from, and assess the needs of program stakeholders, including program owners, industry committees, and certification bodies; ensuring AUS-MEAT is meeting those needs.
• Provide technical support, training, and expertise for AUS-MEAT staff in program standards, audit requirements, and queries.
• Report on agreed program performance metrics.
• Ensure approved budgets and resources are managed in line with relevant Finance policy and procedures.

About You

The successful candidate should have formal post-secondary qualifications in agriculture or related disciplines and have a minimum of five (5) years of operational experience in ruminant livestock processing including experience with AUS-MEAT Chiller Assessment and Meat Standards Australia Grading (MSA). Knowledge and experience in quality assurance, external audit, and/or industry committee exposure will place any candidate well within the shortlist.

Interest in new technologies and how they can benefit the Red Meat industry would be an advantage. Experience in leading a business function with a budget is also highly desirable.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to read and prepare industry standards, white papers or case studies and interpret that information for key stakeholders such as auditors, clients and committee members. You will have knowledge of the techniques, issues, processes, industry and regulatory systems associated with the production and transportation of livestock for human consumption. Demonstrated client relationship development skills, as well as a professional demeanour, will set you above other candidates.

You will have an understanding of the principles and processes for providing client and interpersonal support at professional standard. 

You will be skilled in the proficient use of MS Office, providing 1:1 support over digital communication platforms and have the ability to develop credibility and relationships with the industry quickly.

You will have high-level organisational skills, with the agility and resilience to allow you to navigate interpersonal associations, build rapport, learn, and respond quickly to competing priorities. 

Additional Information 

A clear National Police Check is a condition of employment.

What we can offer you 

In return for your efforts, we offer a market-leading salary (commensurate with skills and qualifications) + 12% superannuation, plus additional benefits, such as:

• Access to Employee Assistance Program and annual Flu vaccination (voluntary)
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Health and Wellbeing annual allowance
• 1 day paid company holiday between Christmas and New Year (AUS-MEAT Day)
• Limited working from home arrangements available
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training, support and access to a wide range of online courses
• Championing your professional development

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and recognised professional organisation in the meat and agribusiness industry.  

How to apply 

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!

Applications close 9.00am Thursday, 31st July 2025, however, AUS-MEAT retains the right to contact, progress any suitable applicant and/or close applications prior to the closing date.