Agronomist – Cane, Legumes & Livestock – Whitsunday Region
Are you passionate about agriculture and helping growers achieve better crop performance and profitability? We’re looking for a motivated Agronomist to join our team in Proserpine and play a key role supporting local growers across the region.
This role offers the opportunity to combine technical agronomy expertise with strong customer relationships, working directly with growers to deliver practical solutions that improve productivity, sustainability, and farm profitability.
About the role
As an Agronomist, you will provide technical advice, crop production support, and product solutions to growers while building long-term relationships within the agricultural community. You’ll work closely with customers to optimise crop nutrition, chemical programs, and farm practices while supporting the supply and sale of agricultural inputs including fertilisers and crop protection products.
Key Responsibilities
Grower Support & Sales
Develop strong, long-term relationships with growers and agricultural suppliers
Provide expert advice on crop production, fertiliser programs, and chemical application
Support customers with product selection and correct usage
Deliver agricultural inputs including fertilisers, chemicals, and related products to farms when required
Assist with rural merchandise and retail operations
Represent the business at industry field days, grower meetings, and supplier events
Agronomic Services
Conduct soil testing, crop inspections, and field monitoring
Develop nutrient management plans, including Nitrogen and Phosphorus budgets
Assist growers with fertiliser and chemical calibration for accurate application
Establish and manage field trials and demonstration sites to evaluate new products and agronomic practices
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of agronomic practices, products, and industry regulations
About You
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with growers, solving crop challenges, and building lasting relationships within the agricultural sector.
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience in agronomy sales or rural merchandise
Knowledge of the sugarcane industry
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Practical understanding of crop nutrition, fertiliser programs, and chemical applications
Ability to work independently while managing multiple grower relationships
Desirable Qualifications
Degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, or related field
Industry accreditations such as:
NAA Accreditation
Fertcare Accreditation
AgSafe Accreditation
Translate complex field data into clear technical insights, support regulatory submissions, and play a key role in new product launches.
Work closely with Field Sciences, Biology Leaders, Regulatory, Marketing, and Commercial teams, bringing deep local knowledge of Australian cropping systems to global innovation programs.
Engage in regular field travel across southern Australia and collaboration with contract research organisations, industry partners, and growers.
How will you be rewarded?
For your efforts you will be rewarded with a healthy salary package that includes cash component, 12% super, company vehicle or vehicle allowance, phone, laptop and home office support.
If you would like more information on this role or have any other questions, please make contact with Josh for a confidential conversation.
0416 142 130
josh.peters@nationalagrisolutions.com.au
www.twitter.com/nagri_solutions
Location:
Whitsunday Region
Work Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
10 March 2026