We're looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our Research Services team and support farm operations at Trangie Agricultural Research Centre.
* Temporary opportunity until 30 June 2026
* Full-time, 38 hours per week
* Location: Trangie Agricultural Research Centre (TARC), Trangie
* Salary from $61,107 to $67,341 pa + superannuation (Operational Staff Grade 1)
* Subsidised onsite accommodation is available
What You'll Be Doing
Do you enjoy working outdoors, caring for animals, and getting stuck into all aspects of farm life? As a Farm Assistant, you'll be right at the heart of keeping our farm running smoothly. This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in everything from livestock care and cropping to machinery and general farm maintenance.
This role is crucial to the delivery of the Low Methane Beef Project as well as the broader livestock operations on the farm
You'll also play a vital role in supporting our research services team, helping with irrigation, spraying, cereal harvest and fencing.
If you like variety, teamwork, and the satisfaction of seeing a job well done, this role gives you the chance to do it all.
To be successful in this role you must have
* Current NSW Driver Licence
* Chemical Accreditation AQF 3
* Current forklift licence or eligibility to obtain
What we can offer
* Subsidised onsite accommodation
* You get to work outdoors
* Be part of a supportive team that values hard work.
* A diverse and inclusive workplace
* Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
For a confidential discussion about this vacancy please contact:
Bruce Etheridge, Cluster Manager Northern on or
Click here to view the Role Description - Op Staff GR 1 - Farm Assistant
Applying is easy
Please apply via our online portal. Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you're our ideal candidate.
Applications Close: Sunday 11 January 2026, at 11:55pm AEDT
Please note that DPIRD will be closed during the period 25 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (inclusive). Recruitment process will recommence in January 2026.
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.
What to Expect Next
After applying:
* You'll receive a confirmation email
* We'll review all applications once the ad closes
* If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
* Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test)
* Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
Additional Information
* The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
* 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 Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and 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 oceans, vegetation and 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. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and 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, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer