Value Chain Development Specialist

About the Role

The Value Chain Development Specialist plays a key role in delivering MLA’s Carcase Value program by turning technical insights into practical, commercially relevant actions for industry. Working closely with partners, the role supports the deployment of innovations that unlock value across beef, sheepmeat and goatmeat supply chains, while helping producers improve profitability and sustainability through adoption and practice change.

Our ideal Value Chain Development Specialist has:

• Degree in agricultural science or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Commercial experience within the red meat industry (preferred).
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and within small, high‑performing teams.
• Experienced presenter to small and large groups.
• Broad understanding of Australian livestock and meat supply chains.
• Advanced Microsoft Office capability.

The successful candidate will be required to hold an appropriate visa/residency status for full time employment in Australia. For more information refer to the position description. Apply now via the link to submit your application (incl. resume).

What’s on offer?

The Australian red meat and livestock industry is passionate about caring about our animals, land, people and communities. Working together, we strive to push boundaries and continuously improve to ensure prosperity for the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We are focused on delivering world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.

At Meat & Livestock Australia we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and benefits including paid parental leave, wellbeing support, rebatable employer salary packaging and social club activities. You'll learn on the job in a supportive environment and have access to learning and development opportunities so that you can continue to grow and develop your career.

Who are we?

Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. We work in partnership with industry and the Australian Government to deliver marketing, research and development products and services to beef, sheep and goat producers, with the core purpose to deliver world leading outcomes that fuel global competitiveness, sustainability and producer profitability.

The Australian red meat and livestock industry makes a significant contribution to the economy and livelihoods of many Australians. Australian red meat is produced with care for the livestock and the environment and is an important part of a healthy balanced diet.

Applications close: 25 June 2026

If you have a question in relation to the advertised position, contact the Human Resources team by emailing ***email_hidden***

Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. MLA reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.