Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 861476
Location: 5271 - STRUAN
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Help deliver the research and innovation shaping the future of South Australian agriculture.
SARDI's Struan Research Centre is seeking a Farm Hand to support cutting-edge livestock, cropping and AgTech research that drives productivity, sustainability and growth across the state's primary industries.
In this hands-on role, you'll work across a diverse range of farm operations, including sheep and cattle husbandry, cropping activities, machinery operation, fencing, irrigation and general property maintenance. You'll also play an important role in supporting field trials, collecting research data and assisting with demonstration projects that help translate research into practical outcomes for producers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting sheep and cattle management, including animal health treatments, weighing, tagging and stock movements.
• Undertaking cropping activities such as sowing, fertilising, harvesting and fodder conservation.
• Operating and maintaining farm machinery, equipment and infrastructure.
• Assisting with fencing, irrigation systems and on-farm improvements.
• Supporting agricultural research trials, data collection and AgTech initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to farm operations, livestock treatments and chemical applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical farm work and wants to contribute to research that delivers real benefits for farmers, industry and regional communities across South Australia.
Join a team where your work helps turn research into real-world results.

About Us
South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.
It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to join us, apply now!

Benefits
At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.

Special Conditions

• Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
• Australian residency or current work permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity to be Ongoing.
• Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver’s license and willingness to drive.
• Willingness to ride quad bike and complete training.
• Some out of hours work will be required during summer, harvest, and other periods of peak work demand, for which overtime is available.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations.
• Must complete additional training as required for the role.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• Willingness to obtain HR License.

Remuneration
GSE4 - $1,307.64 min - $1,321.19 max per week, plus superannuation

Enquiries
John Cooper
Research Centre Manager - Struan
Phone: 0428608307
Email: [email protected]

Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Team Work / Team Building and Attention to detail capabilities of the attached role description.
Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.

Applications close: 07/11/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - GSE4 Farm Hand - M26263#2.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.