Agronomist

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Job Title: Agronomist
Location: Dubbo, NSW, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Agronomist
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Broadacre Agronomist to join the Elders Dubbo team on a permanent full-time basis. As part of a close-knit team that offers Real Estate, Finance, Livestock and Wool, Farm Supplies, and Agronomic advice to the local region, you will be responsible for providing agronomic and technical advice to support our Broadacre clients in achieving their sales and earnings targets while supporting and mentoring our junior agronomist.

With your strong background in agronomy, understanding of sustainable practices, and knowledge of new agricultural technologies, you will build and maintain strong client relationships while working closely with the branch team to offer agronomic advice, products, and services that help your clients succeed.

Responsibilities

As an Elders Senior Agronomist, you will:

Provide agronomic services for clients with farm management including planning, monitoring, testing, inspecting and Smart Farmer opportunities.
Develop and deliver tailored recommendations to address growers' specific challenges and opportunities
Build and maintain professional relationships with a targeted group of existing and new clients
Conduct farm visits to identify customer needs, offer product recommendations, and support implementation of agronomic solutions for prospective and existing clients
Maximise promotional opportunities, including assisting at field days and farmer meetings with demonstrations and trial work
Develop and mentor members of the agronomy team to deliver improved services to our clients
Achieve allocated financial objectives and assist with product forecasting and inventory management

About you

To succeed at Elders, you have:

Tertiary qualifications in Agricultural Science (or a related field) and AgSafe accreditation (or currently studying)
Previous experienced in a Broadacre Agronomist role and proficient understanding of different ag tech products
Demonstrated experience in a fast paced, customer focused Sales position, preferably within the Agricultural sector
Commitment to providing high levels of customer service and attention to detail
Strong communication skills, written and verbally, with a variety of internal and external stakeholders of all levels
Ability to work in a team and autonomously, while delivering results
Sound use of digital Farm Management Systems for farm planning & recording recommendations

About Elders

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.

We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.

Elders is for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information, please call Chris O'Donnell, Rural Products Sales Manager, Dubbo, on 0457 709 343 or visit our careers page.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 03/04/25