2023 Agronomy Graduate (merged) (Rolling Intake)

• Structured learning and clear growth objectives to help you succeed
• Work for a business with a genuine care for you and for Aussie farmers
• Vacancies available in Parkes, Forbes and Bathurst, NSW

 

Why AgriWest?

AgriWest is a specialist supplier of products and services in agronomic inputs, water solutions, rural merchandise, and livestock productivity. AgriWest has been servicing the local rural community for over 30 years. In 2019 we partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions, one of the largest agribusinesses operating in Australia with a national network of more than 700 locations. AgriWest is committed to employing the best and brightest minds in the industry. 

 

About the role:

In this role, we will provide the skills and training you need to be a future leader in the agriculture industry. The role is designed for top talent who seek a performance-based culture that is built on integrity, safety, inclusion, community, performance, and innovation. For the successful candidate, you will join a cohort of other ambitious Graduates and learn directly from AgriWest & Nutrien Ag Solutions leaders, join a global community of more than 23,000 employees, and travel to various regional locations to see exactly how our products and services work. 

 

A typical day may look like:

• On the job training to hone your technical skills with the support of other agronomists in the region
• Provide agronomic and technical support to clients and producers in the region together with product sales both in store and on farm
• Development of solid and long-term client relationships
• Share technical and market information to enable clients to improve the performance and sustainability of their farming enterprises
• Maintain relationships with existing customers whilst targeting new clients through the provision of superior sales and agronomic input
• Run and coordinate field days and farmer meetings.

 

You will gain exposure to an agriculture area primarily focused on mixed enterprise and dryland cropping. Crops include wheat, barley, oats, canola, winter pulses, various pastures and grain sorghum. You will join a team of 7 branch staff and work closely with 3 other agronomists across Parkes and Forbes to leverage client base and product knowledge.

 

About You:

• To be successful you will be a recent graduate in Ag Science or similar.
• Your sound customer service, organisational, administrative, and computing skills will be complemented by excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Some technical field experience is ideal.
• You will have a passion for local farming communities and agribusiness with demonstrated skills in customer service.
• A tertiary qualification in agricultural science or a related field and a current driver’s license is essential.

 

We’re invested in you

We have a strong culture of empowerment where your career is in your own hands - you have the accountability and autonomy to go as far as you’re willing. And we genuinely care about you, with safety our number one priority. If it’s not safe, we don’t do it. We act with integrity.

 

Apply today!

Make a difference. Being part of AgriWest and a partner of Nutrien Ag Solutions, one of Australia’s largest agriculture companies, means your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful - growing our world from the ground up. If this is you click on the APPLY button. To find out more about Nutrien Ag Solutions go www.agriwestrural.com.au or follow us on LinkedIn.

 

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions’ policies, you may be required to undergo a pre-employment background check. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.