ABOUT THE ROLE
Agronomist – NSW
SECTOR: Agronomy
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: NSW
• Help shape a new, grower-focused agronomy service for northern NSW
• Lead practical field programs that improve cane productivity and profitability
• Work with local industry, backed by SRA’s national research expertise
We are seeking an Agronomist based in northern NSW to work with growers across the Condong, Broadwater and Harwood mill areas to improve cane productivity and farm profitability.
Employed and managed by SRA, you will work closely with Sunshine Sugar Agricultural Services, NSW CANEGROWERS and other local partners to deliver an agreed district work program and connect growers with SRA specialists.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead regional delivery. Keep an agreed district work plan focused on practical productivity gains, taking work through to clear results.
• Work closely with growers. Build trusted relationships and maintain a visible field presence across Condong, Broadwater and Harwood, alongside local industry partners.
• Connect research with practice. Bring SRA expertise to local agronomy, harvesting and farming-system issues, helping growers put proven improvements into practice.
• Support practical learning. Coordinate field demonstrations, local variety management and measurements that help growers make informed choices.
• Track progress and respond. Report clearly on outcomes and emerging issues, with a focus on useful changes on farm and safe field delivery.
YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
• Experience in agronomy, extension or applied agriculture, and the confidence to work directly with growers, harvesting operators and advisers.
• Ability to build trusted relationships, listen well and work constructively with industry partners who have different priorities.
• Experience explaining technical information clearly and helping growers make practical, commercially sound decisions.
• Ability to coordinate field demonstrations, field trials and extension activities, manage priorities independently and report progress clearly.
• A relevant agricultural qualification or equivalent substantial professional experience, a current driver licence and ability to travel regularly across northern NSW.
Desirable:
• Experience in sugarcane agronomy or a comparable tropical or subtropical cropping system would be an advantage.
FURTHER INFORMATION
If your capabilities and experience meet the requirements of the role and you would like to be part of our dedicated team, please click ‘Apply’ to submit your application no later than COB 30 October 2026. Your application should include your resume and address the requirements of the position.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia in order to apply. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake medical screening, drug and alcohol screening, and a police check. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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