Description:
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Senior Field and Seeds Officer, Pastures to be part of our South Australian Research and Development Institute within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.
The primary purpose of the role is to provide scientifically sound research support to pasture breeding research projects on lucerne and annual pastures. The Pastures field technician will manage technical aspects of the research, including seed preparation, sowing and maintenance of field trials, irrigation scheduling, taking plant measurements (phenotyping), record keeping, and harvesting and cleaning pastures seeds.
The role contributes delivering the agency’s priorities including (i) stimulating value growth by growing carbon farming as a viable option for South Australian farmers, and (ii) sustaining the resource (and Gross State Product) by protecting the land from the escalating threat of a constantly changing climate.
The role contributes to delivering these objectives through the development of new pasture cultivars with improved adaptation to a changing climate and fit with emerging farming systems.
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 December 2028
Requirements
- Possession of a current driver’s licence 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.
- A Chemcert certificate is required
- You will be exposed on a daily to allergens and honeybees.
Remuneration
OPS4 - $76,561 min - $80,256 max per annum, plus superannuation
Enquiries
James Webb
Senior Research Officer, Pastures
Phone: 0412234***
Email: ***********@sa.gov.au
Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au
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 , Planning and Organising and Tolerance for Routine 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.