About Us

Rivalea, a leading Australian agri-food company, is at the top of high-quality pork production for both domestic and export markets. As part of the global protein powerhouse JBS, we offer exceptional career opportunities across our diverse farming, processing, and distribution sites in New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria. With over 1,400 dedicated employees, Rivalea thrives on innovation, determination, and hard work. Join us and work alongside industry experts committed to the highest standards of food safety, product quality, customer service, and animal welfare.

 

About the Role

The JBS Pork Division is currently recruiting for a Manager Breeding Systems to join our team in a permanent full-time capacity.  Reporting to the GM Pig Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing the management of all Rivalea commercial breeder sites. The location of this role is flexible for the right candidate.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Oversee the operations of all Rivalea commercial breeder sites, promoting high standards of animal welfare, focused operational outcomes, and safe work practices
  • Ensure breeder site managers achieve financial and production targets and strive for continual improvement.
  • Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts in conjunction with relevant Site Managers.
  • Analyse production reports with a focus on implementing continuous improvement activities. Actively participate in benchmarking activities
  • Implement improvements in systems of work which will enhance long term productivity in conjunction with key stakeholders.
  • Continuously review cost of production by site and pursue opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure all inventory systems are operational and accurate.
  • Actively contribute to business strategies with regards to breeder systems,
  • Manage personnel matters of direct reports including skills analysis, training, recruitment, performance reviews and performance management, in conjunction with People & Culture (where required).
  • Identify and develop key strategic partnerships and networks within the farming industry.
  • Actively promote safe work environments / practices through strong safety processes and engagement.
  • Manage effective relationships with local farmers, contractors, suppliers, and other external contacts as well as maintain a cooperative relationship and positive profile of Rivalea/JBS within the local community.

 

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A thorough understanding of pig production gained through extensive practical experience in Breeder Systems.
  • Strong leadership attributes, with demonstrated experience in leading high performing teams and implementing change.
  • High level communication skills, initiative, and strong attention to detail.
  • An ability to develop and maintain key relationships.
  • A sound knowledge of WH&S, Quality Assurance, and People & Culture procedures.
  • A sound knowledge of Animal Welfare regulations.
  • The ability to positively influence the behaviour of others.
  • The ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • A preparedness to work flexible hours and willingness to travel.
  • Intermediate computer skills.
  • Current driver’s licence.

 

Interested? APPLY NOW! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please email the Rivalea Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]


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