At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead projects to boost sugarcane productivity and profitability for local growers.
- Company: Join Sugar Research Australia, a leader in agricultural innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and hands-on experience in the field.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with industry experts.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the sugarcane industry while working closely with passionate growers.
- Qualifications: Experience in agronomy or agriculture, strong communication skills, and a relevant qualification.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
About Sugar Research Australia (SRA): Sugar Research Australia invests in and manages a portfolio of research, development and adoption projects that drive productivity and profitability for the Australian sugarcane industry. We have highly dedicated and passionate people working on industry-critical projects to deliver tangible value outcomes and impact for our industry stakeholders.
About the role: 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 Include:
- 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.
About you: To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- 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.
- Experience in sugarcane agronomy or a comparable tropical or subtropical cropping system would be an advantage.
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.
Agronomist – Northern NSW in Broadwater employer: Sugar Research Australia Ltd.
Sugar Research Australia (SRA) is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers employees to make a real impact in the Australian sugarcane industry. As an Agronomist based in northern NSW, you will benefit from strong professional development opportunities, working closely with passionate industry partners while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance productivity and profitability for local growers. With a focus on practical learning and community engagement, SRA offers a unique environment where your expertise can thrive and directly benefit the agricultural community.
Contact Details:
Sugar Research Australia Ltd. Recruitment Team
