general farm hand

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 701270

Location: LOXTON

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

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

The primary purpose of the role is to support / provide / deliver the effective operation of the Loxton Research farm by undertaking a range of practical activities typical to commercial irrigated horticulture. Assistance is also provided to research projects in assessing cultural and irrigation practices through the application of treatments, collection of samples and maintenance of data records.

The role contributes delivering the agency's priorities including Increase Productivity, Grow Regions, Perform Well.

The role contributes to delivering applied science that grows South Australia's primary industries. The Loxton Research Centre (LRC) is a center of excellence for research, development, and end extension in the Riverland and Northern Mallee bringing innovation to horticultural and agronomic production systems across Australia. As a shared facility for PIRSA it provides offices, laboratories, glasshouses, and field plantings for SARDI researchers, PIRSA and staff amongst a variety of other collaborative groups including government, private enterprise, industry, and international research agencies.

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.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity to be Ongoing.
• Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's license and willingness to drive.
• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
• 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.
• Relevant experience in farming practices.
• The role requires the operation of a truck, tractor, spray equipment, fork lift, front end loader, RTV utility vehicles and chainsaw.

Remuneration

GSE5 - $1,555 min - $1,166.60 max per week, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Peter McGee

General Farm Hand

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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, Quality and Communication 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.

Applications close: 20/10/2025 11:45 PM