Agtech Specialist Horticulture
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Job Location:
Grafton, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Temporary full-time position until June 2028
- Location - Wollongbar- Grafton
- Professional Officer Grade 1-4
- Offeringanattractive salaryranging from $75728through to $145442 super (dependent on experience and qualifications)
About the role
The NSW Governments Farms of the Future Program is driving innovation across regional NSW by supporting farmers to adopt practical profitable and sustainable Agtech solutions. We are seeking an Agtech Specialist Horticulture to play a key role in delivering this program at a regional level.
In this role you will work closely with growers industry partners researchers and government colleagues to accelerate the uptake of Agtech solutions that improve productivity profitability and sustainability. You will manage regional demonstration and collaboration hubs deliver targeted capability-building activities and act as a trusted source of advice on emerging Agtech opportunities.
Working as an Agtech Specialist you will:
- Partner with relevant DPIRD extension and education colleagues regional industry and other stakeholders to deliver activities that accelerate the uptake of Agtech in NSW such as education development and delivery field days and demonstration hubs
- Provide timelyinformation and advice to the project team on current and emerging Agtech issues and regional industry development opportunities
- Manage local demonstration sites and associated networks that support the successful adoption of Agtech farming technologies
- Represent DPIRD Agriculture at events meetingsand other forums including to present DPIRDs work and to contribute to project planning
- Manage and monitorlocal implementation of the adoption program
- Ensure project outcomes are achieved on time to quality standards and within agreed scope and budget in line with established agency project management methodology
- Build and maintaincollaborative relationships with stakeholders industry partners and organisations to achieve program objectives
What you need to be successful as an Agtech Specialist:
- Degree in Animal Science Agricultural Science Agricultural Economicsor other relevant discipline
- Demonstrated knowledge of the NSW agricultural industry the specific region and its farming systems key profit drivers and factors impactingon productivity and sustainability
- Proven experience in delivering impactful extension activities that create on-farm practice change
- Current NSW Driver Licence and the ability and willingness to travel
Youll be part of a passionate team working at the forefront of agricultural innovation helping shape the future of horticulture in NSW. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact in regional communities while working on practical future-focused solutions that support growers today and into the future.
Applying for the role
Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter (max 2 pages) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
For more information about the role please click here to view the role description.
Additionally if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Andrew Coughlan Senior Project Lead Implementation via or on.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 22 February 2026 11:55pm
What to Expect Next
After applying:
- Youllreceive a confirmation email
- Wellreview all applications once the ad closes
- If shortlisted you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
- Further assessments will follow ( skillstest psychometricassessment)
- Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
Additional Information
- The preferred candidate for this role maybe requiredto undergo reference checks a national police check bankruptcy check healthassessmentand/or other assessments asrequired.
- A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.
About us together we are DPIRD
The New South WalesDepartment of Primary Industries and Regional Development(DPIRD) protectssupportsand develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture forestry fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils minerals waterways and oceansvegetationand forests.
The department brings together:
- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.
We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. Withnearly 5000employees and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.
DiversityEquityand Inclusion
At DPIRD we are committed to fostering a diverseequitableand inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including but not limited to gender age ethnicity cultural heritage disabilityreligionand sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proudDisability Confident RecruiterFamily Inclusive EmployerandCarer Friendly Employer
We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Crane
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
