• Dynamic opportunity to join a collaborative and high performing team
• Temporary opportunity until 30 June 2028
• Location:  Orange preferred; however all Regional NSW locations will be considered
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + superannuation. (Clerk Grade 9/10)

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About The Opportunity

Join the $48 million Farms of the Future (FotF) initiative by the NSW Government which aims to increase the adoption of Agricultural Technologies (Agtech).  By driving productivity, market competitiveness, and improved resource management, this state-wide program fosters collaboration across government, industry, and communities.

As the Senior Project Lead Implementation, you will be responsible for leading the project operations and implementation activities in the field to ensure the programs success.  Reporting to the Program Manager, you’ll manage a team of five direct reports and oversee the delivery of education and demonstration initiatives to stakeholders.

Your day-to-day

• Team Leadership: Manage the field implementation team to ensure the successful delivery of education, demonstration hubs, and stakeholder events.
• Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with the Program Manager to align team activities with program strategies and goals.
• Education Delivery: Provide feedback and support for designing education tools, events, and producer training programs while managing participant satisfaction.
• Evaluation & Data Analysis: Manage data collection and analysis to ensure quality assurance, program monitoring, and evaluation.
• Drive on-farm adoption by integrating digital technologies into education and adoption strategies.
• Collaboration: Partner with industry and government stakeholders to ensure agriculture's needs are reflected in digital technology standards.

To be successful in the role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Technical knowledge and understanding of issues relevant to the application of digital agriculture
• Experience in designing and implementing producer engagement initiatives  
• Experience with technologies in agriculture, in particular the design of farm connectivity networks and IoT devices
• Industry familiarity with commercial IoT platforms that support the farm monitoring, data analytics, and connectivity solutions

Essential requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Agricultural Science, Marketing and Communications, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Current NSW Driver License and the ability and willingness to travel

What’s in it for you?

This role offers the opportunity to work with a team with a truly collaborative and supportive culture.  We offer flexibility in work arrangements, a fulfilling role, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs.  Additionally, diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.  The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

Ready to Apply?
All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume and a cover letter outlining your how your skills and experience match what we are looking for.

If you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Hamish Dickson, Acting Manager, Farms of the Future, Farms of the Future via email at hamish.dickson@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Alternatively, you can view the full role description.          

🗓️ Applications close on Sunday, 26 January 2025 11:55pm

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. 

The successful applicant in this role will be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion

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Why work for Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD)? 

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions. 
 

DPIRD brings together Agriculture and Biosecurity; Fisheries and Forestry; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development and Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service. 
 
We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW. 

Why work for us?

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team, you will be able to:

Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.

Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.

Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, at Regional NSW you will be able to find the balance that works for you.