"Mildura Hub Lead"

Role type:

Full time (1.0 FTE); Continuing Research Contingent

Faculty:

Engineering & Information Technology

Department:

Mallee Regional Innovation Centre (MRIC)

Salary:

UoM 9 - $146,049 to $151,951 p.a. plus 17% super

Your next career opportunity

Located in Mildura, the Mildura One Basin CRC Hub Lead will work within the One Basin CRC to grow value from water in a changing world.

Based within the Mallee Regional Innovation Centre, the One Basin CRC’s (Cooperative Research Centre) Mildura Hub is a part of an industry-led, collaborative partnership established to build a more productive, resilient and sustainable Murray-Darling Basin for current and future generations.

The One Basin CRC is a values driven organisation and fosters collaboration between researchers and industry to address significant scientific and technological challenges, which in this case it’s the Murray–Darling Basin.

The CRC bring resources and expertise from agricultural sectors, water agencies, and our regional communities, together with a critical mass of researchers in order to build capability and develop tangible, real-world solutions for critical problems the basin is facing now, and into the future.

• Apply now Mildura Hub, connecting researchers and partners to create lasting impact across the Murray-Darling Basin
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, and professional development opportunities.

As a part of the One Basin CRC Executive team, the Mildura Hub Lead, will spearhead strategic initiatives, working towards the CRC’s vision that Australia’s irrigation regions will be the most productive, resilient and sustainable in the world.

You'll engage with diverse partners, develop cutting-edge research projects, and chair project advisory committees, provide executive servicing to the One Basin CRC Board and Mildura Regional Advisory Committee and manage the Mildura Hub's operations. This role offers you the chance to drive regional innovation, collaborate with industry leaders, and shape sustainable practices across the Murray-Darling Basin.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Foster Collaborative Leadership: Chair and service executive committees, promote research and industry partnerships, work with and mentor university staff and students to drive impactful outcomes.
• Manage Operational and Financial Strategies: Execute strategic plans, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with governance and contractual obligations.
• Enhance Regional Engagement: Maintain and build networks, engage stakeholders, and support industry partnerships to expand the CRC's footprint and impact.
• Lead Knowledge Management: Share insights, document impacts, and leverage research to support innovation and drive improvements across sectors.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a collaborative leader with extensive experience in project management, senior stakeholder engagement, governance, and a strong background in agriculture, water management, or environmental science, capable of driving innovation in a complex, multi-organisational setting.

You may also:

• Have a relevant postgraduate qualification or extensive experience in executive management within agriculture, water, or environmental sectors.
• Demonstrate high-level stakeholder engagement skills with research organisations and government/industry partners.
• Possess financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and ensuring accountability throughout project lifecycles.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems, with strong executive administration skills.
• Experience in reporting a Board and servicing executive committees.
• Hold a valid driver's licence and be willing to travel between locations as required.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Mallee Regional Innovation Centre

The Mallee Regional Innovation Centre (MRIC) hosts the One Basin CRC Mildura Hub at its Mildura office.

The Mildura Hub lead will support researchers on site or connected to the Mildura Hub. They will also where appropriate collaborate and work with the MRIC team.

Established in mid-2022, the One Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) is a 10-year, $150 million program to bring science-led solutions to the region. It sees independent researchers and scientists working in local communities, partnering with industry, producers and First Nations peoples to solve real world problems.

The Murray–Darling Basin is Australia’s largest and most complex river system, covering more than a million square kilometres. Home to 2.3 million Australians and 40 First Nations communities, the region produces more than $22 billion in agricultural output each year and boasts an $11 billion tourism industry. However, the basin is facing significant, complex challenges in adapting to climate change and responding to water and environmental risks.

From Queensland to South Australia, the One Basin CRC is facilitating collaborations between universities, industry, business, government, not-for-profit organisations and local communities, across the agriculture, environment, water and technology sectors.

The CRC has a commitment to place-based research in the Basin with focus around four Regional Hubs located at Mildura, Loxton, Griffith and Goondiwindi.

Find out more information here: https://onebasin.com.au/

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

^{For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria}

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

Accessible Position Description: JR-007167 Mildura Hub Lead Accessible PD.docx

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.