(Tower 2, Level 20, Darling Park)
201 Sussex Street
Sydney, NSW, 2000 Australia
With over 30 years of experience, we connect businesses with exceptional leadership talent to drive growth and innovation. Our expertise in executive search, retained recruitment, and talent mapping ensures that your organization gains a competitive advantage by hiring high-performing leaders in food processing, agribusiness, and related sectors.
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Recruiting in Bourke and the Riverina presents unique challenges. This area, encompassing towns such as Griffith, Leeton, Deniliquin, and Hay, is a critical hub for agribusiness and food manufacturing. At ELR Executive, we understand the complexities of attracting high-performing talent to regional Australia.
Our tailored approach helps businesses overcome skill shortages and find executives who align with their strategic goals.
At ELR Executive, we connect Bourke’s businesses with senior leaders across FMCG, food processing, and agribusiness.
Our executive search service delivers exceptional C-suite executives, senior managers, and directors who align with your business vision.
Our retained recruitment model provides a focused, strategic approach to filling senior and department-level roles with high-quality candidates.
Stay ahead with actionable insights and a leadership pipeline tailored to Deniliquin’s competitive market.
Our rigorous assessments ensure that every leader we place excels technically and culturally.
With a 98% placement rate and a 100% stick rate, we consistently set industry benchmarks for excellence, exceeding client expectations with every recruitment assignment. Here’s how:
Our focused and efficient approach ensures your business quickly secures the right leadership without compromising quality.
With decades of hands-on experience in the FMCG sector, we design tailored strategies that align perfectly with your business goals.
We deliver high-performing leaders who seamlessly integrate into your culture, ensuring long-term success and stability.
Our methodical communication keeps you fully informed, providing clarity and confidence throughout the process.
The Riverina is one of Australia’s most productive agricultural areas, making it a magnet for ambitious professionals in the food and beverage sectors. At ELR Executive, we help businesses showcase these strengths to attract exceptional talent.
$1 Billion Economy: The Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing sector stands as Bourke's largest exporter, generating regional exports estimated at approximately $88.974 million
1,000 Jobs: Over 1,000 jobs in Bourke are driven by agriculture, livestock farming, and food processing, making these industries the backbone of the local economy.
300+ Businesses: Over 300 businesses in Bourke span agriculture, livestock, and food processing, providing strong growth opportunities in the region’s agribusiness sector.

Bourke is experiencing steady growth in agribusiness and food production, offering career opportunities in farm management, livestock production, and food technology. The region's focus on sustainable agriculture and value-added processing presents pathways for innovation and leadership in the industry.
With a strong presence in meat processing and livestock export, Bourke’s manufacturing sector is expanding, creating demand for skilled professionals in operations, quality assurance, and engineering. The reopening of Thomas Foods International’s processing facility has further strengthened job prospects in the food production sector.
Bourke’s strategic location along key transport routes supports a growing logistics and supply chain sector. The region’s focus on agricultural exports and livestock transport generates career opportunities in supply chain management, transportation, and agribusiness logistics.
Affordable Living: Bourke offers a low cost of living compared to major cities, with affordable housing and everyday expenses, ensuring a high quality of life for residents.
Family-Friendly Community: The town features excellent schools, modern healthcare facilities like Bourke District Hospital, and a safe, welcoming environment ideal for raising families.
A vibrant Population: Bourke boasts a rich cultural heritage with events like the Back to Bourke Festival, local markets, and historic landmarks that bring the community together.
Work-Life Balance: Surrounded by natural beauty, Bourke provides access to outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, and exploring the Darling River, offering a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle.
We specialise in region-specific recruitment, combining deep knowledge of Bourke’s agriculture, food processing, and manufacturing sectors with tailored strategies to connect businesses with top-tier talent. Our local focus ensures we understand the unique needs and challenges of employers in regional Australia.
We implement targeted outreach, leveraging our extensive network and expertise to attract skilled professionals who are both highly qualified and motivated to thrive in a regional setting. We also use talent mapping and proactive engagement to identify and secure the best candidates for your specific needs.
We focus on key industries driving Bourke’s economy, including cotton farming, livestock production, food processing (such as meat and goat processing), and agribusiness logistics. Our expertise ensures we connect you with leaders who can drive innovation and success in these sectors.
We showcase Bourke’s unique value proposition, emphasising career growth opportunities, the vibrant local community, affordable living, and a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty. We help employers position their roles as compelling opportunities for professionals seeking meaningful work and a better quality of life.
We provide ongoing support through leadership assessments, onboarding guidance, and strategic talent planning. Our goal is to build long-term partnerships that ensure your business is equipped with the leadership and expertise it needs to thrive in Bourke’s competitive market.
Discover exclusive insights from top FMCG and Food & Beverage leaders with our latest report, from industry trends and challenges to strategies that will shape the industry in the year ahead.
Specialising in C-suite, NED, executive management, heads of department, and senior management roles tailored to various functional areas and categories.
Finance
Human Resources
Marketing
Procurement
Operations
Retail Operations
Sales
Supply Chain & Logistics
Technical
Bakery & confectionery
Beers & spirits
Beverage manufacturing
Dairy
Food manufacturing
Fruit & vegetable processing
Health & wellness
Meat & poultry processing
Pet Food Manufacturing
Pharmacy, vitamins & supplements
Retail operations
Wine
With sales declining and an urgent need to expand into new markets, a global luxury home decor manufacturer with over 100 employees required more than just a manager—they needed a visionary leader to revitalise operations and drive growth.
With our deep industry expertise, we conducted a targeted search, tapping into our extensive network to find a candidate who embodied the company’s values and vision. Our strategic approach ensured we presented a leader ready to drive growth and innovation.
The selected General Manager is still with the company, playing a pivotal role in their successful expansion and ongoing growth.
With sales declining and an urgent need to expand into new markets, a global luxury home decor manufacturer with over 100 employees required more than just a manager—they needed a visionary leader to revitalise operations and drive growth.
With our deep industry expertise, we conducted a targeted search, tapping into our extensive network to find a candidate who embodied the company’s values and vision. Our strategic approach ensured we presented a leader ready to drive growth and innovation.
The selected General Manager is still with the company, playing a pivotal role in their successful expansion and ongoing growth.
Reach out to discover how we can support your business and build a lasting partnership that drives long-term success.
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