Cotton Australia Ltd

Regions: Northern NSW- Servicing the cotton growing regions of Gwydir, Upper Namoi, Lower Namoi, Walgett and Bourke.

Position location: Narrabri or surrounding area.

Rewarding Role in Growth Industry

Cotton Australia is the cotton industry’s peak grower body. It works to represent growers, maximise industry sustainability and performance and enhance perceptions in the community.

A permanent position is available within the team for a motivated and energetic team player to service the important cotton areas of the Namoi and Gwydir Valleys.

The role involves:

• Most importantly supporting and encouraging growers in the adoption and certification of the industry’s voluntary sustainability program (myBMP), also
• Introducing growers to Cotton Australia (and other industry bodies) and outlining the work they do on behalf of the cotton industry.
• Working with regional Cotton Grower Associations and water user groups to collect feedback on grower priorities as well as communicating Cotton Australia’s activities back to growers.
• Representing the industry to a range of regional stakeholders including community and natural resource management groups and local government.
• Organising industry events and workshops.

The position will collaborate closely with members of the cotton industry’s extension team - CottonInfo.

A tertiary qualification with an agricultural focus is desirable for this role, though not essential. We also welcome applications from highly motivated individuals who possess relevant experience and a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with growers while consistently meeting or exceeding key performance indicators (KPIs). Previous sales experience will be regarded favourably, as will prior involvement in the cotton industry.

The successful candidate will be based in Narrabri or the surrounding region, where our Northern NSW office is located. The role will involve extensive travel throughout Northern New South Wales.

A competitive remuneration package, including a 4WD vehicle, will be negotiated based on the applicant’s experience.

Interested applicants should click the 'APPLY TO THIS POSITION' icon to submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications must consist of a cover letter of no more than two pages, outlining why you would be an ideal candidate for the position and an up-to-date resume.