Gippsland Agricultural Group Inc – Bairnsdale VIC
The Agricultural Project Officer supports the planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting of applied agricultural research and extension projects at the Gippsland Research Farm and, where required, on collaborating farms and other project sites. The role helps ensure project activities are completed safely, accurately and on time, with reliable records and outputs that meet agreed project objectives and funding requirements. Working closely with the Research Farm Manager and project leads, the officer connects research design and project commitments with practical field delivery, data collection and communication of findings to farmers and industry.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate and deliver assigned research projects and trial activities to agreed plans, budgets, timelines and protocols
Help plan, establish, monitor and assess field trials and demonstrations across relevant soil, crop, pasture and livestock projects
Collect, check, organise and analyse field data, samples, measurements and project records
Work with the Research Farm Manager to coordinate trial operations, machinery, inputs, contractors and site access
Prepare project updates, technical summaries, reports and farmer-friendly communications
Help organise and deliver field days, workshops, farm walks and other extension activities
Build positive relationships with farmers, researchers, agronomists, funders and partner organisations
Monitor project milestones, expenditure, risks and issues, escalating concerns early and helping keep deliverables on track
Follow organisational health and safety procedures, complete required inductions and training, and use appropriate PPE
Identify hazards and report incidents, near misses,



environmental concerns and non-compliance promptly
About you
Qualification in agriculture, agricultural science, agronomy, environmental science, animal science or a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate tasks or projects, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and the ability to collect, check and maintain accurate data and records
Positive written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to different audiences
Ability to build constructive working relationships and contribute positively within a small, collaborative team
Confidence working outdoors and travelling to farms or trial sites, sometimes in variable weather and seasonal conditions
Sound computer skills, including spreadsheets, document preparation and digital data entry
A varied role contributing to practical research with direct relevance to Gippsland farming businesses
Opportunities to work across soil, pasture, crop and livestock projects and the full research-to-extension cycle
Collaboration with farmers, researchers and industry partners through a farmer-driven regional organisation
Support for learning, professional development and building applied research skills
Flexible working arrangements by agreement, balanced with fieldwork and project deadlines
About us
The Gippsland Research Farm is a dryland research and demonstration site at Bairnsdale, supporting practical, farmer-driven work across soils, pastures, fodder, crops and livestock. It hosts field days, workshops and tours, and operates within a regional structure working with farmers and research and industry partners to improve farm productivity, profitability and resilience across central and east Gippsland.
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📌 Agricultural Project Officer (Bairnsdale)
🏢 Gippsland Agricultural Group
📍 Bairnsdale