Chief Executive Officer - Commercial Fishermen's Co-Operative Limited at Cutcher & Neale Accounting and Financial Services

Newcastle-Maitland, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Planning, Financial Acumen, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Revenue Growth, Brand Strengthening, Operational Management, Risk Management, Marketing, Community Impact, High-Performing Team Building, Member Engagement, Positive Workplace Culture, Proactive Leadership, Retail Experience, FMCG Experience

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Commercial Fishermen’s Co-Operative Limited Our client, the Commercial Fishermen’s Co-Operative Limited (Co-Op) is the leading fishermen’s co-operative on the NSW coastline, with depots and retail outlets across Newcastle, Nelson Bay, Tea Gardens, Bungwahl, Swansea and Tacoma. Your new opportunity The Co-Op is embarking on a new chapter and are seeking a dynamic and commercially savvy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organisation forward. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of a member-based organisation that is critical to the local seafood industry and regional communities. You’ll bring strategic clarity, operational discipline, and a people-first mindset to help the Co-Op thrive. As CEO, you’ll work closely with the Board and lead the team across all sites, ensuring the delivery of its strategic goals, member value, and long-term sustainability. What you'll do Deliver on the Board’s strategic plan, financial objectives, and KPIs Identify and implement new revenue opportunities and growth strategies Lead the day-to-day operations and compliance across multiple locations Build and lead a high-performing team with a positive workplace culture Strengthen member engagement and stakeholder relationships Oversee financial performance, reporting, and risk management Drive marketing, branding and community impact initiatives Monitor asset utilisation and operational viability across all sites What you'll bring Proven success in a similar senior leadership role Strong financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets Experience in strategic planning, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement Vision and capability to grow revenue and strengthen brand presence A hands-on and proactive leadership style with a collaborative mindset Experience in retail, FMCG, agriculture, seafood or co-operative sectors (advantageous but not essential) What’s on offer A competitive and negotiable salary package will be offered, aligned with your qualifications and experience. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on a respected regional organisation while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of NSW’s iconic coastline. Interested? Apply now or contact Nick Nancarrow or Stacie Fahey on 02 4928 8500 or careers@cutcher.com.au for more information. Applications close 17 October 2025.

Responsibilities

As CEO, you will deliver on the Board’s strategic plan and lead the day-to-day operations across multiple locations. You will also oversee financial performance and strengthen member engagement.