Research Agronomist

Perm Recruitment RF/BDT; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seed, Research & Development team in Wagga Wagga, NSW is seeking a motivated Agronomist to support canola breeding and variety evaluation programs across Southern NSW and Northern Victoria.

Reporting to the Breeding Operations Lead, you will work with growers to establish field trial sites, run nursery experiments, apply crop protection products, and collect robust field data to help develop the next generation of varieties.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or Agricultural Science.
• Experience in agronomy, ideally in broadacre cropping.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery and precision agriculture tech.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across Southern NSW and Northern Victoria.
• Strong communication, analytical and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a small high-performing team.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure field trial sites with growers.
• Pack, sow, maintain and harvest canola variety evaluation and nursery experiments.
• Apply agricultural chemicals safely and effectively.
• Collect and record accurate field data.
• Maintain trial records and research documentation.
• Operate and maintain small plot research equipment and GPS-guided machinery.

Skills

Agronomy experience

Machinery operation

Precision agriculture technology

Driver's license & travel willingness

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Independence & teamwork

Problem-solving & continuous improve

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Science

Tools

GPS-guided machinery

Agricultural machinery experience

Job description

The Company:

An exciting opportunity for a motivated Agronomist to join the Seed, Research & Development team based in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Reporting to the Breeding Operations Lead, this role will be instrumental in supporting canola breeding and variety evaluation programs across Southern NSW and Northern Victoria.

Working within a highly motivated and collaborative team, you will be involved in all aspects of field-based canola research, helping to develop the next generation of varieties that deliver value to Australian growers.

The Position

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working with growers to identify and secure suitable field trial sites.
• Packing, sowing, maintaining and harvesting canola variety evaluation and nursery experiments.
• Applying agricultural chemicals safely and effectively.
• Collecting and recording accurate field data.
• Maintaining trial records and research documentation.
• Operating and maintaining small plot research equipment and modern GPS-guided machinery.

The Person

To succeed in this role, you will ideally possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture, Agricultural Science or a related discipline.
• Previous agronomy experience, ideally within broadacre cropping systems.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery and precision agriculture technology.
• A current driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout Southern NSW and Northern Victoria.
• Strong communication, analytical and organisational skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a small, high-performing team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected agricultural research organisation at the forefront of crop innovation. You will enjoy a varied and hands‑on role, working closely with growers and researchers while contributing to the development of improved canola genetics for Australian agriculture.

Additional information

• Develop and evaluate new canola varieties
• Work across Southern NSW and Northern Victoria
• Join a leading agricultural research team