Casual Field Technician - Central & Southern NSW

Nutrien Ag Solutions - Australia; Young; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-Driven Work

Competitive pay & benefits

Learn and grow your career

Strong culture with safety first

Job summary

Nutrien Ag Solutions - Australia is seeking a motivated Casual Field Technician to support our Precision Agronomy and Field Services team across regional farming areas. You will collect soil samples, build relationships with growers, and support precision agriculture in the field.

This hands-on role appeals to outdoor lovers who enjoy travel, operate specialised agricultural equipment, and want to grow in modern agriculture with Nutrien. Flexible, autonomous work in the region is key.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Confidence engaging with farmers and rural customers.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the region and undertake overnight travel.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate a soil sampling buggy and related equipment.
• Conduct soil sampling and field-based agronomy activities.
• Travel to customer properties and agricultural sites.
• Build positive relationships with growers and customers both on the phone and on-farm.
• Plan and coordinate customer visits to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Collect and record accurate field data.
• Work safely in varying farming environments and weather conditions.
• Maintain equipment and keep vehicles in good working order.
• Provide high level of customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organisational skills

Autonomy

Farm/frontline confidence

Willingness to travel

Overnight travel readiness

Safety focus

Tools

Soil sampling equipment

Job description

Why Nutrien?

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.

Why Nutrien?

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.

We’re a local employer with a local heartbeat, backed by global resources. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

We are seeking a motivated and self-driven Casual Field Technician to support our Precision Agronomy and Field Services team. This is a hands-on role that will see you working across regional farming areas, collecting soil samples, building relationships with growers, and supporting precision agriculture services in the field.

This role is ideal for someone who loves working outdoors, travelling, meeting farmers, operating specialised agricultural equipment and growing a genuine interest in modern agriculture with Nutrien

What You'll Do:

Reporting to the Precision Services Manager, you'll enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working autonomously across your designated territory, planning customer visits and managing your daily schedule. While this role requires the ability to work independently and manage your workload autonomously, you'll be backed by a friendly, supportive, and experienced team who are committed to helping you succeed. Key responsibilities include:

• Operating a soil sampling buggy and associated equipment
• Conducting soil sampling and other field-based agronomy activities
• Travelling to customer properties and agricultural sites
• Building positive relationships with growers and customers both over the phone and on-farm
• Planning and coordinating customer visits to maximise efficiency and productivity
• Collecting and recording accurate field data
• Working safely in a range of farming environments and weather conditions
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring vehicles are kept in good working order
• Providing a high level of customer service and professionalism

What You'll Bring:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A current Driver's Licence
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Confidence working directly with farmers and rural customers
• A willingness to travel regularly throughout the region
• Flexibility to undertake overnight travel and periods away from home
• A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail

What You'll Get:

• Purpose-Driven Work - Make an impact as part of a global team supporting agriculture and going further for Australian farmers
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Access a competitive pay package, access to employee discounts and offers, and recognition for great performance
• Learn and Grow Your Career - Work alongside knowledgeable teams and gain valuable experience through on the job training and coaching
• Thrive in a Strong Culture - Our core values shape how we work: putting safety first, acting with integrity, being stronger together and delivering excellence

Please note that benefits packages may be different depending on employment status and location. For more information about our employee benefits and wellbeing programs, visit our Benefits page.

At Nutrien, we’re committed to Feeding the Future. As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.

To find out more about Nutrien go to our Careers Website or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks.