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InterGrain Pty Ltd is a world class plant breeding company currently experiencing significant growth. Our mission is to support the competitive advantage and sustainability of the Australian agriculture sector by delivering market leading wheat, barley, and oat varieties. We are searching for a Field Technician to join our ever-evolving company.

THE ROLE

This role would suit someone located in Midland, Bakers Hill, Northam or York. The Farm Hand position assists the Field Operations Lead to perform all field related duties, including:

Field selection and prep, including soil sampling

Sowing operations

Field and crop management, including pesticide application via chemical spraying

Harvest operations

Equipment maintenance

Transport operations (of machinery, grain samples, fertilizer, chemicals etc.)

Water and irrigation management

Data collection and management, including environmental, yield and GPS data Use of GPS systems

Perform hand rogueing of off types in commercial bulk ups

Assist commercial seed when required

In the performance of these duties, the Farm hand will be required to work extensively at the Wundowie Farm, involving a fair amount of travel. They will also be required to operate agricultural machinery (tractors, spray rigs, harvesters, trucks), and will need to possess or obtain the relevant licenses for these activities on public roads (MR or higher).

Chemical application and handling will be regularly required; all relevant training and qualifications will be provided. A good understanding of agronomy and current farming practice is highly desirable or can be developed through study and courses. The Field Technician will be expected to perform duties under the supervision of warehouse staff to assist in our busy times such as seed preparation and harvest prep.

A bit about you

Passion for Australian Agriculture

Exceptional attention to detail, as well as planning, organization, and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

The ability to work independently and as part of a team

A proven ability to learn quickly on the job, self-motivated and meet specific goals and objectives within strict deadlines

Experience handling and applying agricultural chemicals an advantage but not essential.

Current manual driver’s license (heavier classes an advantage, as the successful applicant may be required to obtain at least a Medium Rigid license)

Australian citizenship or immigration status to be legally employed in Australia

This role is not a sponsored position, and only applicants with current PR status will be contacted. We are unable to consider anyone without Australian Citizenship or current Permanent Residency status.

To apply please send a covering letter introducing yourself and why you are suited to this role through Seek.

Applications closed by 26th September 2025