Job Overview
Your employer is a financially robust and highly respected Australian business leading a profitable export operation. They maintain strong relationships with regulators, industry stakeholders, and international buyers based in Cairns.
The CEO role offers a once-in-a-career opportunity to lead a premium export business with end-to-end operational responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all business operations with strong oversight on financials, compliance, and strategic outcomes.
* Drive export sales and manage longstanding relationships with key clients.
* Ensure sustainable practices and uphold the company's regulatory reputation.
* Collaborate closely with the board and report on performance, risks, and strategic direction.
* Guide teams while upholding company values of integrity and accountability.
* Represent the business externally.
* Identify and develop new products, markets, and operational improvements.
About You
You are a commercially savvy and culturally aware leader, known for your integrity, calm decision-making, and ability to build trust across diverse teams. You thrive in flat, agile environments and bring a global mindset to strategy and operations.
Selection Criteria
* Executive leadership experience, preferably in seafood, agribusiness, or export sectors.
* Track record in sales and client engagement.
* Strong financial acumen, including Excel and understanding of FX risk.
* Liaising with government, regulators, and international buyers.
* Quality assurance, export compliance, and product lifecycle oversight.
* High emotional intelligence with a collaborative approach.