General Manager, Enablement, Preparedness and Productivity Join to apply for the General Manager, Enablement, Preparedness and Productivity role at Food Standards Australia New Zealand General Manager, Enablement, Preparedness and Productivity 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the General Manager, Enablement, Preparedness and Productivity role at Food Standards Australia New Zealand Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Lead transformation. Enable excellence. Shape the future of food safety. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is entering an exciting period of transformation. With new legislation on the horizon and a bold vision for a digitally enabled, future-ready agency, we are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking executive to join our leadership team as General Manager, Enablement, Preparedness and Productivity . This role is central to FSANZ’s future. Leading a high-performing branch of around 40 staff in Canberra, you will oversee the core enabling functions of the agency – including stakeholder engagement, governance, finance, HR, ICT, legal, communications, risk and security. Your leadership will help unlock the full potential of already strong teams, ensuring FSANZ continues to deliver world-leading food standards while preparing for the challenges and opportunities ahead. Your Impact Drive transformational change to align corporate functions with FSANZ’s new legislative framework and strategic direction. Champion a culture of excellence, inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement. Lead digital enablement, governance and workforce capability to strengthen productivity and resilience. Partner with the CEO and Executive to set organisational strategy and deliver on FSANZ’s mission. Ensure effective governance, probity and risk management across all enabling functions. About You We are seeking a generalist executive leader with the vision, judgement and capability to thrive in a complex, high-profile environment. You will bring: Proven success leading diverse teams and functions in complex or regulated settings. Experience driving organisational transformation and building capability. Strong governance and risk expertise, with an understanding of digital and workforce transformation. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills. A collaborative leadership style that builds culture, capability and trust. About Us – Where Science Meets Impact At FSANZ we don’t just set food standards – we shape the future of food safety for Australia and New Zealand. As the only bi-national agency in the Australian Public Service, we work at the intersection of science, regulation and public trust. Our work directly protects consumers, supports industry and strengthens international trade. We are proud to be inclusive and values-driven. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA communities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and mature age candidates. Join Us This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in preparing FSANZ for its next chapter. If you are ready to lead transformation, enable excellence and shape the future of food safety, we encourage you to apply. Before applying, please obtain selection documentation from admin@amandaorourke.com.au quoting Ref No 1176 in the subject line. Applications close 11.30pm on Sunday 21 September 2025 Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Government Administration and Government Relations Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Food Standards Australia New Zealand by 2x Get notified about new General Manager jobs in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia . 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