Executive Officer

Rimfire Resources; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Officer to lead the West Midlands Group, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to sustainable agricultural growth. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on management, focusing on member engagement, project delivery, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture and rural development, with proven abilities in stakeholder communication and project management. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector while enjoying significant flexibility in work hours and location.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in agriculture or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of regional agricultural systems and grower needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Board’s strategic vision through effective planning.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders including growers and funders.

Skills

Leadership experience in agriculture

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Financial literacy

Interpersonal communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

• Dandaragan / Flexible within the West Midlands region WA

Our Client

West Midlands Group is a not-for-profit, grower-led research and development group supporting the sustainable growth of agriculture in the West Midlands. They exist to deliver regionally relevant research, knowledge sharing, and innovation which strengthens agricultural productivity and resilience.
West Midlands Group is underpinned by five key values:

• Community – They care about the strength and wellbeing of our communities
• Knowledge – They build and share knowledge, and value factual information
• Environment – They respect and value the environment we operate in
• Prosperity – They work towards the ongoing success of our members and region
• Integrity – They act in an honest and transparent manner

The organisation is guided by a Board elected by grower members. Their strategic focus is on meaningful engagement, high-impact research, financial sustainability, and creating real value for members and the broader region.
The Position

The Executive Officer (EO) is the operational leader of West Midlands Group, responsible for delivering the Board’s strategic vision through effective planning, people management, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery.
The key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic and organisational leadership
• Member engagement and communication
• Research and project management
• Financial and operational oversite
• Governance and Board support

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on management and is ideal for someone who is passionate about agriculture, rural communities, and making a meaningful impact.
Requirements

To be successful in this exciting industry leadership position, candidates will need to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a relevant sector (agriculture, not-for-profit, R&D, rural development)
• Strong understanding of regional agricultural systems and grower needs
• Proven ability to engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders, including growers, funders, researchers, and government
• Experience managing projects, sourcing funding, and delivering impactful outcomes
• Sound financial literacy, including budgeting, funding acquittals, and reporting
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

On Offer

A salary package commensurate with experience, will be negotiated to the attract a highly motivated agribusiness professional to this visible leadership position. The position also offers significant flexibility both in terms of hours of work and location.
To Apply

For further information, please call Charles Linton on 1300 380 701. Applications via www.rimfireresources.com.au.

Support the sustainable growth of agriculture in the West Midlands region in WA.