Senior Agricultural Officer

Government of South Australia; Minnipa; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) at Minnipa Agricultural Centre is seeking a hands-on agronomy-focused professional. You will coordinate and support field-based agronomy trials that improve productivity, sustainability and resilience for grain growers across the Eyre Peninsula.

Role involves field operations, trial management, equipment use and data collection, with opportunities to work at the Minnipa site and on farming properties.

Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural field operations, farming or agronomy-related activities.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver field-based works safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support field-based agronomy trials at Minnipa Agricultural Centre.
• Assist with trial management, equipment operation and data collection.
• Work across Minnipa site and farming properties on the Eyre Peninsula.

Skills

Field operations

Recordkeeping

Problem solving

Team coordination

Independent work

Job description

Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 861511
Location: 5654 - MINNIPA
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Join the South Australian Research and Development Institute(SARDI) and play a hands-on role in research that supports thefuture of South Australia's grain industry.
Based at the Minnipa Agricultural Centre on the Eyre Peninsula,you'll coordinate and support field-based agronomy research trialsthat help growers improve productivity, sustainability andresilience. Working alongside researchers, agronomists and industrypartners, you'll contribute to the delivery of innovative researchthat has a direct impact on farming communities across theregion.
This is a varied and rewarding role combining field operations,trial management, equipment operation, data collection and teamcoordination. No two days are the same, with opportunities to workboth at the Minnipa site and on farming properties throughout theEyre Peninsula.
We're looking for someone with practical agricultural experience,strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering qualityoutcomes. Whether your background is in agronomy, agriculturalresearch, broadacre farming or agricultural operations, weencourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to research that directly benefits SouthAustralian grain growers.
• Work alongside leading agricultural researchers andindustry experts.
• Enjoy a regional lifestyle on the beautiful EyrePeninsula.
• Access ongoing learning, professional development andcareer progression opportunities.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Flexible working arrangements where operationallyappropriate.
• Employees based at Minnipa may be eligible for regional andlocality-related benefits and allowances in accordance withapplicable government provisions.

What You'll Bring

• We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:
• Experience in agricultural field operations, farming oragronomy-related activities.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver field-based worksafely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a hands-onapproach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within ateam environment.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety and wellbeing.

Essential Requirements and SpecialConditions

The position is offered as a full-timecontract through to July 2031 and is subject to a satisfactoryNational Police Check. Applicants must have Australian residency orcurrent work rights in Australia. Depending on the successfulapplicant's circumstances and work location, additional benefitssuch as a locality allowance may also be available.
For further details on the essential requirements, specialconditions, and responsibilities associated with this position,please refer to the Role Description

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.