Careers

Field Operations (Broadacre)

Adelaide, SA

We are currently seeking a passionate, hands-on Field Operations Officer to join our Adelaide-based team.

About the role

As a Field Operations Officer, you’ll play a critical role in supporting the delivery of applied research and plant breeding programs within our Broadacre business.

Based at Newton, this is a hands-on field operations role focused on trial establishment, in-crop maintenance and harvest activities.
You’ll work closely with the Hub Lead and wider team to carry out field operations safely and efficiently, operate and maintain machinery, support trial quality and hygiene, and contribute to well-presented, professionally run trial sites that meet AgXtra’s quality standards.

About you

You’re practical, reliable and enjoy working outdoors in a field-based environment. You have a strong machinery aptitude, take pride in the quality of your work and pay close attention to detail.
You’re a team player who communicates clearly, follows procedures, and takes safety seriously. You’re flexible during peak periods, hold a valid driver’s licence, and are willing to travel and work extended hours during sowing and harvest as required. A current HR truck licence is desirable, or the willingness to undertake training for one, is essential.

If you’re looking for a hands-on role in applied agricultural research and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: 20th February 2026

All enquiries to Alana Skeer,  askeer@agxtra.com.au

Research Officer (Broadacre)

Horsham VIC

We are currently seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Research Officer to join our Broadacre team in Horsham.

About the role

As a Research Officer, you’ll play a key role in the delivery of applied broadacre research programs across Western Victoria. The role combines agronomic knowledge with hands-on field work, supporting the planning, establishment, monitoring and reporting of field research trials.
You’ll be involved in trial setup, in-season assessments, machinery and spray operations, data collection and analysis and report writing, working closely with growers, clients and internal teams to ensure trials are delivered accurately, safely and consistently.

About you

You’re practical, detail-focused and enjoy working outdoors in a field-based environment. You take pride in doing things correctly and according to protocol, follow procedures carefully and understand the importance of data integrity.
You’re a reliable team player with good communication skills, comfortable working independently when required, and keen to learn and develop your agronomic and field skills.

A valid driver’s licence is essential, along with the flexibility to work extended hours and travel during peak periods.

If you’re looking to build a career in applied agricultural research and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: 20th February 2026

All enquiries to Alana Skeer,  askeer@agxtra.com.au

Vocational opportunities

AgXtra has sought ways to invest in and develop the next generation of rural workers and agriculturalists. In the early days we were involved in the PICSE program conducted in schools, and developed a working relationship with several High Schools with Agricultural programs, such as Balaklava and Urrbrae.

In 2010 we also commenced an association with the Adelaide University Agricultural Students Association (AUASA). This brought us close to the undergraduate student body at Adelaide University, and opened up opportunities for students to work part time during the academic year, as well as short term, full time roles over semester breaks. In any given season we can have up to 15 students working casually one day per week, and a number of full time roles, particularly over the summer from November to March.

Get in touch to find out what vocational employment opportunities exist

All enquiries to Alana Skeer,  askeer@agxtra.com.au