**The Opportunity (this is a 12 month contract)** We are seeking a candidate to join a dynamic team of investigators and research staff. Reporting to the PCC Manager and working closely with the PCC Leadership Team, you will be responsible for end-to-end coordination of nutritional trials, ensuring protocol compliance and high quality data collection. Managing a team of 13 animal technicians the role involves collaboration with the Animal Science and Welfare Manager, Compliance Specialist, SHE coordinator and quality management and engineering teams. The primary focus will be on managing PCC resources to ensure the accurate and efficient execution of all trials. **A day in the Life:** Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Coordinate all aspects of assigned trials including ethics and governance submissions. Liaise with principal investigators, local and regional project teams. Implementing, adapting and executing all techniques following the company procedures, ensuring reliable results that support the innovation and renovation process. • People Management: Oversee a team of 13 pet technicians (14 FTE), fostering an environment that empowers employees to perform their roles effectively and efficiently, thereby enhancing job satisfaction and engagement. • Collaboration with HR: Maintain ongoing collaboration with relevant HR departments to support employee development and organizational goals. • Onboarding and Offboarding: Facilitate the onboarding and offboarding processes for employees in accordance with company policies and procedures. • Compliance and Quality Assurance: Uphold quality standards and ensure alignment with company values and operational practices • Continuous relationship with PTC and Global PetCare network in order to implement and standardise all techniques between all centres globally. Assure the application of NPP Global Pet Welfare Policies in our PCC. **What Will Make You Successful:** Mandatory: • Tertiary qualification in Science preferably with experience in Good Laboratory Practices • People management Preferred: • Inventory management • Understanding of pet welfare policies • Understanding of Management of Change processes • Ability to represent Nestlé to internal and external stakeholders It is essential that applicants are eligible to work permanently in Australia Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks prior to appointment to this role. **Benefits:** You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader. In addition, we offer: • Varied career experiences and personalised development support • Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program • Competitive remuneration package **Our Story** At Purina, it's no secret that pets are our passion. Our vision is to be the world’s most trusted company in enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them. We’re dedicated to improving the health and lifestyle of cats and dogs through quality nutrition and care. Put simply, we believe a healthy pet makes for a happier home and our commitment to dogs, cats and their owners has made us a world leader in pet care. You can realise your full potential at Nestlé Purina, working among the leading teams in nutrition, health and wellness. As part of a global network, you can use your skills to influence others and make a positive impact where you own a piece of the action. You will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business. You can make a difference to millions of lives, every single day. As a large, global company that’s driven by purpose, you and your team can add your piece of legacy of creating a better, healthier future. Be a force for good. You feel this is you as well, we look to hear from you! For more information please visit our website Nestlé Australia Home | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) Apply today! It is essential that applicants are eligible to work permanently in Australia. Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks prior to appointment to this role