Grains Australia Limited (Grains Australia) is an initiative of Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC). Grains Australia generates value for the Australian grains industry by working collaboratively with industry and government in managing market access, grain classification and market education and insights.
Grains Australia has an established governance structure that identifies and designs strategic responses for Australia's key priorities in domestic and international markets for its core functions. They serve as the connection between what the market wants and what the industry can provide, enabling a value exchange between Australian growers and end users around the world.
The operations and business of Grains Australia are governed by a skills-based board of directors who have oversight of governance, strategic, financial performance and operational efficiency across all functions of the business.
An established Director Selection Committee (DSC) will appoint two (3) new directors to the board. The Grains Research & Development Corporation, as the sole member of Grains Australia, will appoint the directors following receipt of nominations from the DSC.
To complement the existing board members, Grains Australia are seeking candidates with a combination of expertise and experience in the following areas (but not limited to):
* Director with Australian grain production background, who ideally can bring additional board skills
* Directors with strong Australian grain industry supply chain knowledge with additional board experience
In addition to the above, it is assumed all directors will have a strength in the following areas:
* Business & commercial skills
* Risk Management
* Financial acumen
* Corporate governance
The Board meets at least four (4) times per year in a mix of face to face and online with a key focus on strategic and business performance goals and ensuring risk is appropriately managed. Directors may also be appointed to sit on various sub-committees.
It is expected candidates will not only have a genuine interest in the Australian grains industry but also illustrate an ability to contribute to the organisation and the Board through strong skills and a track record of working effectively in a team. Location is flexible.
For further information on Grains Australia and to access an Applicant Information pack please refer to the link: or contact Mick Hay, David Jackson or Katrina Conlon at Rimfire Resources on Applications close COB Friday 13th February 2026.