Technology and Innovation Manager

All vacancies of AustraliaScience & TechnologyTechnology and Innovation Manager

Work to deliver technology and innovation issues and information to key stakeholders in the agrifood industry

Summary about this job

Food Technology & Safety

Company: Agricultural Appointments

Location: Melbourne

Work type: Full Time

Salary: Excellent working conditions and remuneration

Phone: +61-7-2630-7836

Fax: +61-8-6987-3408

E-mail: n\a

Site:

Detail information about job Technology and Innovation Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

  • Key science and innovation role in agrifood industry
  • Deliver technology and innovation issues and education to members
  • Excellent working conditions and remuneration

Our Client
Our client is an industry association with a membership base from across Australia and New Zealand, representing all parts of the agri-food value chain. Members include major retailers, wholesalers, supply chain companies, producers and processors, and a diverse range of service companies. The association, part of a strong global network, provides a range of services to members that benefit the full value chain from paddock to plate.
 
Overview of Role
This role will work as part of a dedicated team to deliver technology and innovation issues and education to members, particularly in the area of food safety, produce and supply chain management, and in the area of new, innovative and disruptive technology. The role will also be responsible for managing a number of food safety investments, both national and international. This is an exciting and challenging role that is centered around the science and innovation aspect of fresh produce production and manufacture, and includes key areas such as food safety, traceability, the application of leading-edge blockchain applications and other innovative ideas driven by the application of digital technology into the food industry.

Requirements
A general understanding of the food and agriculture industries and of the agrifood supply chain will be required for this role. You will require the ability to be able to investigate and capture relevant new ideas from a range of sources, and then to summarize these and effectively communicate them to a range of key stakeholders.
 
Qualifications

  • A relevant degree with a focus on science, preferably in food, food safety and/or agriculture
  • Experience in food production, horticulture, agriculture and food safety
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability and experience in working with groups and facilitating discussions across a range of complex issues
  • Well organised and able to meet deadlines

Location and Remuneration
The role is based in Melbourne, Victoria. There is an attractive remuneration package which includes a base salary and superannuation.

How to Apply  
Please apply for this role online. For further information or a confidential discussion on the role please contact Dr. Ray Johnson, Senior Agribusiness Consultant and Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments by phone on 0419012841 or email at [email protected]. We are a specialist agriculture, agribusiness, food and wine recruitment company. See more roles at www.agri.com.au
 

To keep informed about future roles, follow us on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/agricultural-appointments).

Responds for Technology and Innovation Manager on FaceBook

Read all comments for Technology and Innovation Manager. Leave a respond Technology and Innovation Manager in social networks. Technology and Innovation Manager on Facebook, LinkedIn and Google+