Manager - R&D, Agronomy & Training
Lucas Group ·www.lucasgroup.com.au
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Our client has been leading the world for over 35 years in precision measurement and management of water and soil salinity solutions. Their technology supports smarter irrigation decisions across global agricultural markets.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Managing Director, you’ll drive the development of innovative irrigation technology, overseeing the R&D, Agronomy, and Training Department.
Key Responsibilities
About You
What’s on Offer
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Apply online with your resume and a cover letter by clicking “Apply”.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Luke Cuthbertson on (08) 8201 9999.
Reference number LC11325
The Lucas Group
For over 30 years The Lucas Group has been providing agricultural industries in Australia with executive search, recruitment, and human resources consulting services.
Find out more about us or upload your resume: www.lucasgroup.com.au
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Managing Director, you’ll drive the development of innovative irrigation technology, overseeing the R&D, Agronomy, and Training Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead agronomic R&D programs, including bench and field testing of prototype hardware and software
- Oversee research programs, including field and bench testing of prototypes
- Manage partnerships with universities, government bodies and commercial stakeholders
- Develop agronomic publications and training materials for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Drive team performance, coaching and development across a small specialist team (direct + indirect reports)
- Present key insights, progress and outcomes to the Board
About You
- Degree-qualified in Agriculture or related field (irrigation, control, fertigation, soil, crop or plant nutrition focus)
- Proven experience leading agronomy teams or external technical partners in a commercial setting
- Strong background in designing and delivering ag R&D trials/models and translating findings across business and customer groups
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to simplify technical content
- Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as required
What’s on Offer
- $130,000 – $140,000 base salary + super
- Global exposure with up to 40% domestic & international travel
- Work with cutting-edge ag-tech solutions
- Influence product innovation and industry outcomes
- Inner-suburb office
Apply Now
Apply online with your resume and a cover letter by clicking “Apply”.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Luke Cuthbertson on (08) 8201 9999.
Reference number LC11325
The Lucas Group
For over 30 years The Lucas Group has been providing agricultural industries in Australia with executive search, recruitment, and human resources consulting services.
Find out more about us or upload your resume: www.lucasgroup.com.au
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The Manager - R&D, Agronomy & Training role with Lucas Group is based in Stepney, SA, AU.
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Lucas Group lists the Manager - R&D, Agronomy & Training role at up to AUD 130,000 per hour.
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