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Technical Assistant (Field Operations)
Location: Horsham
Salary: $56,271 to $72,262 plus superannuation
Position No: 021427
Please note: Due to Machinery of Government changes under Section 30 of the Public Administration Act (PAA), effective 1 January 2023, your employment will be with the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action. Corporate Services, including payroll, will be provided by the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions while a process for the formal transfer of staff in impacted areas is implemented.
Do you have a passion for agriculture?
Do you have a desire to develop a career in agricultural research?
Would you like to contribute to world class R & D that improves the profitability and sustainability of the Australian grains industry?
This position will fill an important technical role in the pulse breeding and research team within Agriculture Victoria Research, located in Horsham. We require someone to assist in field trial operations for the National Lentil Breeding Program that is co-funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation and will contribute to a world class, technologically advanced breeding program.
You will contribute to all aspects of field operations related to the National lentil and field pea breeding programs. This will involve site selection, trial preparation, sowing, chemical applications and harvesting. You will also have oversight of maintenance of farm equipment and machinery. Attention to detail will also be important in recognising issues in field trials and in taking field observations. You will need to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to work collaboratively with a range of people. You will need to be self-motivated, well organised, able to innovate and problem solve.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
1. Medium rigid or heavy rigid licence
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 3 years. The work location for this position is Horsham.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Thursday 31, August 2023.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
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