Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.
* 38 hours per week
* Temporary until with the potential to extend
* Location: Broken Hill
* Advisory & Technical Grade 5| Salary from $99,938.00 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 Driver's 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 equivalent or 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, you'll 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 interview—this 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.