Professional 1 - Remuneration Package Range $81,518 - $103,714
(including salary $68,904 - $87,700)
Plant Industries
Katherine
One full time vacancy fixed to 31/08/2025 is available

Be part of the exciting tropical plant industries of the Northern Territory and participate in the Research, Development and Extension team.

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) was formed in August 2024 to enable agricultural producers to grow their business and the industry. The department underpins the Territory’s reputation as a supplier of safe and quality agricultural produce through scientific research, strong biosecurity practices and compliance with animal welfare legislation.

Situated within DAF, the Plant Industries work unit provides regional engagement and support services for developing broadacre cropping opportunities in the Northern Territory and incorporates the Research and Development Team.

As the Cropping Engagement and Adoption Officer you will assist in the development and implementation of an engagement plan to work with local communities, and stakeholder to investigate prospects of establishing broadacre cropping, and to address social, economic, and cultural outcomes of an established cropping industry

In line with Free, Prior and Informed Concept (FPIC), you will actively engage with local communities, Traditional Owners, land councils and development corporations to attain a sound understanding of sustainable agriculture opportunities. You will also work with participating communities to establish demonstration sites of crops, collect and undertake research, and attend community events and consultations.

To be successful you require a bachelor’s degree in social science, agricultural science or equivalent with relevant work experience. Sound understanding of Free, Prior and Informed Consent and human research ethics principles, and first-hand experience working with local communities and Aboriginal Communities on projects to achieve economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

Based at the Katherine Research Station you will undertake regular travel by road to rural communities and will require a current driver’s licence to drive a manual vehicle.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 12% superannuation, six weeks’ recreation and three weeks’ personal leave, an additional 3 days paid leave over the Christmas shutdown and up to 17.5% annual leave loading.

If you reside outside the Territory, this is a great time to consider a move to the area known as the Big Rivers Region. Katherine is the fourth-largest town in the Territory with over 11,000 residents, amazing attractions; including a National Park with 13 impressive gorges carved from the ancient sandstone, thermal springs, stunning landscapes and a long and rich history of Aboriginal art and culture.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Edward Kulecho Mwando on 08 8973 8516 or
[email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 76250104
Closing date: 09/10/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search