Posted 7d ago

Horticulture Research & Development Officer

Finio Olives Pty Ltd South West WA

Permanent Full time

Key points we found

  • Support research activities aimed at improving crop yield, quality and sustainability.
  • Conduct data collection and reporting for horticultural projects.
  • Collaborate with a small team to manage field and farm operations.

Horticulture Research & Development Officer

Gingin, Full Time, Agriculture / Horticulture
Vacancy Listing Dates 13/04/2026 to 11/05/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 16273

  • Experienced Horticulture Research & Development Officer wanted
  • Full time role
  • Join the team at Finio Olives Pty Ltd

Finio Olives Pty Ltd is currently seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Horticulture Research & Development Officer to support research activities aimed at improving crop yield, quality and sustainability. This is a full time role working 5 days a week (8 hours a day).

The farm is situated in rural area in Gingin, 2 hours from Perth. You will be working with a small team of 3 permanent staff.

The task of a Horticulture Research & Development Officer involves working on improving plant production, quality sustainability and innovation in crops. The main responsibilities are:

  • Research & Experimentation
  • Crop Improvement & Innovation
  • Data Collection & Reporting
  • Field & Farm Management Support
  • Collaboration & Coordination
  • Compliance & Quality Control

Applicants should have a mix of agricultural expertise, practical hands on skills and strong leadership qualities. The successful applicant will have at least 5 years of fieldwork experience, and a Degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agriculture or related field.

They will also have knowledge of plant physiology and soil science, basic statistical/data analysis skills, and good attention to detail & patience.

A salary between $76,000 - $90,000 will be offered to the successful candidate.

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Skills
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
Basic Statistical/Data Analysis
COLLABORATION & COORDINATION
Crop Improvement
DATA COLLECTION
Field & Farm Management
HORTICULTURE
PATIENCE
PLANT SCIENCE
REPORTING
Research & Experimentation
SOIL SCIENCE

More details
Expiring date
13 May 2026
Date posted
13 Apr 2026
Category
Agriculture, Animal & Fishing
Occupation
Other
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Sector
Privately held company
Company size
11 to 50

Finio Olives Pty Ltd

11 to 50
Company size
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