The Environment
The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university that is renowned for the quality of its student experience and research excellence. The faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law (SABL) offers a range of pure and applied sciences and active industry collaborations supporting students, educators, researchers and innovation partners.

The UNE SMART farms, situated within the SABL faculty, are valuable resources that enable researchers and their industry and community partners to conduct world class activities that encompass Sustainable, Manageable, Accessible, Rural Technologies (SMART). Additionally, they provide an ideal place to educate students and the community about modern technologies that aim to revolutionize agricultural systems. Covering 3655ha, they support a range of disciplines including natural and agricultural ecosystems, poultry, livestock and canine sciences, precision agriculture and zoology.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, a fulltime role has been created, Director – UNE SMART Farms. You will be responsible for providing overall management of the strategic, operational and financial performance of the UNE SMART Farms.

This includes:

• Develop & implement strategic and operational plans
• Leadership and farm management guidance to staff
• Support significant research projects through effective utilization of farm assets
• Develop and monitor financial budgets and capital expenditure
• Develop and lead governance and industry engagement structures

The Person

To be successful in this senior role you will have the following skills, key attributes and experience:

• Strategic business planning and financial management
• Collaborative leader with outstanding people management & stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially experienced in operational management of grazing and feedlot livestock farms
• Ideally, an understanding of academic/ researcher’s experimental design and analysis
• Post grad qualifications relevant to grazing, feedlot science or natural ecosystem management, would be well regarded.

The challenge for the Director UNE SMART Farms is to grow the scale and commercial side of the functional properties, whilst continuing to prioritize research innovation. You are a passionate person, influential and proactive.

A generous remuneration package is on offer to attract a high calibre person including accommodation and vehicle. For a confidential discussion, and a copy of the position description you are encouraged to call Al Kellaway on 1300 380 701 or apply with a cover letter and your resume via www.rimfireresources.com.au

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