Senior Agricultural Officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 702832

Location: URRBRAE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees only

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Senior Agricultural Officer to be part of our South Australian Research and Development Institute Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

Purpose

The Senior Agricultural Officer is part of the Vetch Breeding Program within the Crop Sciences Division which is part of the South Australian Research and Development Institute.

The Senior Agricultural Officer is responsible for developing and leading the field operational components of the Vetch breeding Program.

The Senior Agricultural Officer is responsible for providing skilled assistance to the Vetch Breeding Program, reporting to the Senior Research Officer, Vetch Breeding. In particular, the Senior Agricultural Officer is accountable for the integration of field operations with all other aspects of the breeding program this is essential for achieving the required outcomes.

The Senior Agricultural Officer is required to work closely as part of a team to ensure all milestones of the program are met.

About Us

South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia's primary industries and regional communities.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state's regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you're ready to join us, apply now

Benefits

At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.

Special Conditions

• Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
• Opportunity up to October 2026.
• Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's licence, heavy vehicle licence, forklift licence and willingness to drive.
• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required, including overnight stays.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• An ability to operate and maintain equipment used in field crop research, as well as the skills to instruct others in safe work practices associated with this kind of equipment and machinery.
• Management of resources, chemicals and consumables purchased and available for use in all field operations as required.
• This position involves field work and exposure to dust and pollen.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations.
• good knowledge of maintenance and operation of field trial machinery, particularly Winterstieger harvesters.
• Use of common agriculture chemicals is required and a Chemcert chemical handler's certificate or a willingness to obtain one is essential.

Qualifications

Essential: Nil

Desirable:

• experience in conducting the operational management of agricultural research trials.
• strong mechanical aptitude or qualifications will be looked upon favourably.

Remuneration

OPS4 - $76,561 min - $80,256 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Stuart Nagel

National Vetch Breeder

Phone:

Email:

Website:

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Understanding of agricultural research methods and protocols and High level of mechanical aptitude capabilities of the attached role description.

Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed "Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector" form.

The below statement will also be included which is standard for all adverts:

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.

Applications close: 11/10/2025 11:45 PM

Attachments:

• Application

• Pre-Employment-

• Role Description - OPS4 Senior Agricultural Officer - Vetch Breeding Program -

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.