About us
Seafood Industry Australia (SIA) is the national peak-body representing the whole of Australia’s seafood industry with members from the wild-caught, aquaculture and post-harvest sectors.
As the voice of Australian seafood, SIA provides consumers, Government, and other stakeholders with confident and united representation. We are a member-based, not-for-profit organisation with the mission to Promote, Protect and Develop the Australian seafood industry at a national and international level.
Overview
Seafood Industry Australia is seeking to appoint two (2) non-executive directors to its Board. These positions present a unique opportunity to strategically influence the direction of the organisation, and the industry.
The SIA Board provides strategic guidance and effective oversight of the management and performance of the association in delivering its strategy. The Board operates under contemporary corporate governance and risk management frameworks to ensure the association’s efforts continue the prosperity of this important Australian industry.
Position Descriptions
The primary skill set sought for the 2 positions are as follows:
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Position 1 – Industry knowledge & Experience
Extensive seafood industry experience across wild catch, aquaculture or post-harvest or a combination and a strong understanding of the business landscape.
Well-connected and respected, with a strong network of key stakeholders.
Possesses an understanding of membership-based organisation governance with senior-level experience in successful stakeholder engagement strategy and implementation across key stakeholder groups.
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Position 2 – Leadership and Strategy
Demonstrated track record as a contemporary leader in the seafood industry.
Experience in leading change and innovation in complex multi-stakeholder environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset.
Experience in strategic / corporate planning, including identifying and analysing strategic opportunities and threats, developing, implementing, delivering and monitoring strategic objectives.
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Contemporary skills in the following areas are also important but not essential assessment criteria:
Financial literacy: Demonstrated financial management skills and ability to interpret and interrogate financial information.
Digital and Technology: Experience and expertise in identifying, assessing, implementing and leveraging digital technologies, and understanding cyber-security.
ESG Experience: Understanding and experience in effective environmental management and the impacts of climate change on business operations.
Agribusiness Experience: Experience and knowledge of agricultural and food production, processing and marketing.
Communication and Contribution: Be able to effectively communicate ideas to the board and contribute skills, knowledge and expertise to be an effective member of the board.
Directors commitment
Directors must be prepared to attend and participate in various meetings, including at least 4 Board meetings per year, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and serve on board committees. Current committees of the Board include:
Corporate Governance Committee
Financial Audit and Risk Management Committee
Director Nomination Committee
Previous experience as a Board Director and/or willingness to undertake relevant professional development is desirable. GAICD or similar credentials are highly regarded.
This is a volunteer position. Reimbursement will be provided for travel, accommodation and related expenses, in line with company policy. Board appointments are 3-year terms, currently with a maximum of 2 terms as per the existing Constitution.
Applications
SIA welcomes and encourages all suitably qualified candidates to apply. Candidates can specify the position they are applying for and can apply for multiple positions via the cover letter and/or the application form.
Applications must be endorsed by a current SIA member. Previous experience as a board director and relevant professional development credentials such as GAICD or similar will be highly regarded.
To express your interest, email your application and CV to: apply@seafoodindustryaustralia.com.au . Applications close Friday 8 August 2025.
SIA is committed to providing an environment which respects and promotes equality and diversity to better reflect their sector and the industry’s key markets.
SIA values the awareness, acknowledgement and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and their culture within our organisation. We welcome applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
