Senior Field Agronomy Officer — Flexible Regional Trials

Department of Primary Industries and Regions; Minnipa; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

SARDI at Minnipa Agricultural Centre is seeking a hands-on research coordinator to support field-based agronomy trials across the Eyre Peninsula. You'll work with researchers, agronomists and industry partners to improve productivity, sustainability and resilience for South Australia's grain sector.

The role combines field operations, trial management, data collection and team coordination, with opportunities to visit farming properties and deliver practical outcomes for growers.

Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural field operations, farming or agronomy-related activities.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver field-based work safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to workplace health, safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support field-based agronomy trials across the Eyre Peninsula.
• Operate field equipment and collect trial data with accuracy.
• Manage trial logistics, timelines and documentation.
• Collaborate with researchers, agronomists and industry partners.
• Deliver practical outcomes to regional growers and communities.

Skills

Field operations

Coordination

Data collection

Record-keeping

Teamwork

Health & safety

Job description

SARDI at Minnipa Agricultural Centre is seeking a hands-on research coordinator to support field-based agronomy trials across the Eyre Peninsula. You'll work with researchers, agronomists and industry partners to improve productivity, sustainability and resilience for South Australia's grain sector.

The role combines field operations, trial management, data collection and team coordination, with opportunities to visit farming properties and deliver practical outcomes for growers.