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Multiple Temporary Full-Time positions until 30 June 2024
Negotiable location within Regional NSW
Salary starting from $ 101,947.00 pa + super
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements offered
About the role
Local Land Services is seeking a highly skilled Senior Agricultural Advisor to:
Support customers in relation to drought planning, preparedness, response and recovery in conjunction with the Drought and Innovation Hubs in NSW
Develop and deliver agricultural drought preparedness programs and advisory services
Support regional agricultural producers to improve productivity whilst sustaining and managing our landscapes
Contributing to the development and implementation of Local Land Services and region strategic plans, and Local Plans.
For more information on the role, you can download the role description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge of current agriculture and drought preparedness best practices and the ability to maintain a working understanding of regulatory responsibilities
High quality project management and advisory skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively foster stakeholder and customer relationships
Prioritisation and multitasking skills to effectively manage a high workload environment
Current valid NSW Driver License and the ability and willingness to travel
Please note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake a functional health assessment as part of their pre-employment conditions before an offer on employment can be made.
About Us
Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency related to the cluster. It provides quality, customer-focused services to landholders and the community across New South Wales. This regionally based organisation brings together a wide range of service and advisory functions including agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry.
Our team is there when it matters, on the ground helping landholders with knowledge, networks and local experience.
Want more information? Please contact Nyssa Belton Liddy on 0400 957 308 or via email nyssa.belton-liddy@lls.nsw.gov.au
How to apply:
If this role sounds ideal to you, please apply via our online portal by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match what we are looking for. We will then get back in touch after the closing date.
Applications through email will not be accepted.
Closing Date: Tuesday 18th April 2023 at 11:55pm AEST
Additional Information:
A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
Inclusion and Flexible Working:
We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We understand that everyone is different and you may require adjustments to apply. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss how we may be able to assist you.
