Macadamia Agricultural Scientist – Precision Ag & Field R&D

Rural Funds Management; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE daily transport from Rockhampton,

Job summary

Rural Funds Management in Gogango, Queensland, is seeking an Agricultural Scientist to join the Farming Support Group, focusing on macadamia developments and operations. The role offers practical experience in macadamia production, field monitoring, research and development, precision agriculture and evidence-based decision making.

You will work with agricultural scientists, farm managers and teams to translate field observations into actionable recommendations, with early-career professionals

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Agricultural Science or similar.

Responsibilities

• Manage permanent sample plot (PSP) sites and install, maintain and monitor electronic sensors.
• Collect, collate, analyse, report and present accurate field and production data.
• Monitor orchard parameters including water use, irrigation scheduling, pest and disease levels, tree structure and pruning, fruit yield and quality, soil structure and moisture.
• Collect and coordinate soil, leaf or tissue and water samples with proper protocols and traceability.
• Provide evidence-based technical advice and practical recommendations to farm managers and teams.
• Assist with design, implementation and evaluation of R&D trials to improve profitability and sustainability.
• Develop, operate and maintain precision agriculture platforms, including data ground-truthing.
• Monitor seasonal/environmental factors affecting orchard performance and support mitigation planning.
• Develop and refine monitoring, data collection and reporting procedures for efficiency.
• Collaborate with analysts and accountants to strengthen financial and non-financial analysis.
• Provide on-ground support during peak periods, including harvest.

Skills

Agronomy knowledge

Statistical analysis

Agricultural technology

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Remote work ability

Education

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Rural Funds Management in Gogango, Queensland, is seeking an Agricultural Scientist to join the Farming Support Group, focusing on macadamia developments and operations. The role offers practical experience in macadamia production, field monitoring, research and development, precision agriculture and evidence-based decision making.

You will work with agricultural scientists, farm managers and teams to translate field observations into actionable recommendations, with early-career professionals