Development Extension Officer (Grains) , Agriculture And Fisheries

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As a Development Extension Officer (Grains), you will:

• Develop an understanding of regional grain production systems, and build collaborative relationships with growers participating in project activities
• Work with team members to design, implement and measure the success of extension (i.e. field day, workshop, training) activities which promote improved grower practices
• Work with team members to conduct on-farm development trials. Just imagine what you could achieve with us.

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Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment
Classification PO2
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/458813/22
Closing date 09-Jan-2023
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Salary Other
Job duration Temporary until 30/11/2025
Contact person Rodney Collins
Contact details Ph: 0428 929 146
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WHAT YOU WILL DO (key responsibilities/duties):
As a Development Extension Officer, you will work with extension officers in the Sustainable Grains Practices team to demonstrate and support adoption of on- ground farming practices.

You will:

• Work with team members to develop and deliver extension activities and materials (applying adult learning principles) to support the Central Queensland grains industry
• Develop an understanding of the Central Queensland farming system and factors that drive profitability, productivity, and sustainability
• Build collaborative relationships and develop empathy with regional grain growers, industry representatives and key research providers and use effective communication approaches to achieve project outcomes
• Work with Central Queensland grain growers and project staff to implement, monitor and evaluate on-farm development trials
• Participate in collection, analysis and reporting of various project data (including trial, extension feedback and survey datasets)
• Support other Sustainable Grains Practices team projects and activities and contribute to a culture of achievement and delivering quality outcomes in a safe and effective manner
• Develop your individual professional development plan to ensure you build on your understanding of modern development and extension approaches, and broadacre sub-tropical grain production systems.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING (qualifications, experience):
You must possess a:

• A Degree qualification in Agricultural Science, Applied Science, Rural Science or in a field relevant to the position from a recognised tertiary institution. Broadacre dryland crop production experience is highly desirable.
• A current “C” class drivers licence allowing you to drive a vehicle in Queensland This role requires an understanding of, or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, broadacre sub-tropical crop production systems and knowledge and skills to conduct field trials. You will need an ability to develop effective communication skills across a range of formats.

WHY JOIN THE DEPARTMENT:
The work we do is widespread and varied, but our people are united by an innate sense of purpose, and a passion to serve their fellow Queenslanders. Our people are talented, down-to-earth, and resilient, and the work they do every day fills them with gratification and pride. This is what keeps them coming back.

Here are some other reasons why our people choose us:

• Have visible impact in your community, and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.
• Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation.
• A variety of fantastic leave benefits, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
• Access to confidential free counselling for you and your immediate family members through our employee assistance program.
• We are committed to preventing violence against women and are proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace.

Join us and be a part of preserving Queensland's agricultural landscape.

Visit our website (www.daf.qld.gov.au/careers) to learn more about us and what we do.

Please see Role Description for more information

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/458813/22

Closing Date: Monday, 09 January 2023

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