Agriculture Advisor

Broken Hill - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

38 hours per week
Temporary until 30.06.2027 with the potential to extend
Location: Broken Hill
Advisory & Technical Grade 5 Salary from $99938.00 plus super and leave loading

About the role

The Agriculture Advisor plays a key role in delivering responsive high-quality field services to support customers with best-practice agricultural and farm management.

This position works closely with regional producers to enhance productivity while promoting sustainable land management and provides critical support to customers in emergency planning preparedness response and recovery efforts.

We are looking for an individual who can:

Undertake responsive and effective frontline activities including meeting with customers on site undertaking field work providing advice regarding agriculture and land management
Support delivery of agricultural projects ensuring best-practice project management and governance methodologies are used
Collect and collate data analyse information and provide accurate and appropriately balanced advice reports and recommendations on agricultural production issues
Undertake activities that contribute to the implementation of the Local Plan
Support partnerships and collaboration with stakeholders to address agricultural productivity
Provide a frontline customer service providing information and advice to inform client land management decisions to support the implementation of and compliance with relevant legislation
Maintain a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory requirements impacting primary producers and current best practice farm and land management

About You

To be successful in this role our ideal candidate will have the following:

Valid NSW Class C Drivers Licence
A willingness to work and travel in a remote area often unaccompanied
Be able to demonstrate initiative and advocate for our customers
The ability to thrive in a remote team environment engaging with colleagues based in various regional offices
Be motivated and resourceful with a strong capacity to act without constant supervision

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role download a copy of the role description linked below

Role Description - LLS Grade 5 - Agriculture Advisor Drought Adoption - Regional

Additionally if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Gemma Turnbull Team Leader Agriculture via or

This is an internal EOI opportunity open to DPIRD/LLS staff only

*To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalentor higher grade than this advertised vacancy (LLS Grade 5 or Clerk 5/6) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher.

Alternatively if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.

Closing Date: 11:55pm Tuesday 23 December 2025

Please note that DPIRD will be closed during the period 25 December 2025 to 11 January 2025 (inclusive). Recruitment process will recommence in January 2026.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application youll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted you may be invited to an interviewthis could be in person over the phone or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks such as a written assessment skills test or psychometric assessment.

Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check health assessment and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist.

Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information
Diversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible welcoming and free from barriers.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.38 hours per weekTemporary until 30.06.2027 with the potential to extendLocation: Broken HillAdvisory & Technical Grade 5 Salary from $99938.00 plus super and leave loadingAbout the role...