For Agricultural Employers
Mostly free staff training across 15 skill clusters and zero-cost use of the job board or work placements program. Whether you're upskilling your team or looking for new talent, we've got you covered.
How We Support Agricultural Businesses
Whether you're an employee looking to build your digital skills or an employer seeking trained, job-ready candidates, our programs are designed to support both sides of the workforce.
Upskill Your Current Staff
Enrol your existing employees in mostly free digital skills training covering business software, farm management tools, cybersecurity awareness, and agricultural technology platforms.
View Training ProgramsTrial Pre-Trained Candidates
We match your business with candidates who have completed relevant training. Trial them in a structured work placement before committing to hire.
How It WorksJob Board
Post opportunities and connect with job-ready candidates across South East Queensland through our dedicated agricultural jobs board.
Visit Job BoardTraining Programs for Your Workforce
15 training clusters across 5 categories, structured to match your team's needs. Most programs are fully funded.
Foundational Jobseeker Training
3 clustersJob Seekers – Digital Skills to Find Work
“Designed for those seeking work. Training is a blend of employability skills and digital skills for job searching in a digital environment.”
- Foundational skilling for job searching using digital tools
- General employability skills
Job Starters – Digital Skills to Start Work
“Designed for those about to start work. Training is a blend of employability skills and digital skills for starting a new job in a digital environment. Perfect for a pre-induction step.”
- Digital skills for basic tasks like communication
- Understanding the basics of online safety
- Preparation for your first day at work
Digital Literacy 5-Day Workshop
“Designed for those who lack basic digital capability and are unable to engage in online training without intensive, face-to-face support.”
- Conceptual understanding without heavy technical skills
- Bridges the gap between “what is this tech?” and “why would I use it?”
- Perfect for decision-makers, farm managers, and future planners
Digital Foundations & Data Awareness
3 clustersDigital Foundations & Data Awareness
“Understand what data is, where it comes from, and how to use it confidently on farm.”
- Builds baseline understanding before tools or tech
- Ideal entry point for low-confidence participants
- Supports admin, compliance, and reporting roles
- Prepares learners for agtech, automation, and analytics
Cyber Security & Digital Safety
“Learn how to protect your farm data, systems, and business from cyber threats.”
- Applies across all digital and agtech use
- Critical risk-management topic
- Often underestimated, so deserves clear focus
Digital Work, Communication & Change
“Build the skills needed to adapt, communicate, and lead in digitally enabled farm businesses.”
- Supports leadership, change management, and adoption
- Essential for supervisors, managers, and teams
- Complements all other training groups
Agricultural & Farm Infrastructure Technology
4 clustersDigital Technologies in Agriculture
“Learn what modern ag technologies are and how they improve productivity, efficiency, and decision-making.”
- Conceptual understanding without heavy technical skills
- Bridges the gap between “what is this tech?” and “why would I use it?”
- Perfect for decision-makers, farm managers, and future planners
Connectivity, IoT & Smart Farm Systems
“Understand how sensors, networks, and positioning systems power modern smart farms.”
- Tightly linked topics in real-world farm systems
- Supports sensors, GPS, automation, and remote monitoring
- Makes “invisible” infrastructure understandable
Renewable Energy & Sustainable Systems
“Understand solar energy systems and how they can support farm sustainability and cost reduction.”
- Clear, focused topic
- Highly relevant but not dependent on other tech skills
- Easy add-on pathway for many farms
Drones & Aerial Technologies
“Learn how to safely operate, maintain, and comply with drone technology on farm.”
- Highly popular and distinct skillset
- Clear regulatory and safety requirements
- Often chosen as a standalone interest area
Automation & Advanced Technologies
2 clustersAutomation & Autonomous Farming
“Gain confidence working with automated and autonomous farming systems safely and effectively.”
- Combines people, machines, data, and safety
- Reflects how automation is actually implemented on farm
- Supports both operators and supervisors
Advanced Control Systems: PLC / SCADA
“Develop advanced skills to control, monitor, and manage automated farm systems.”
- Specialist, higher-level technical skills
- Naturally paired in industrial and ag environments
- Essential for some operations
Digital Office & Management Skills
3 clustersSoftware
“Improve your skills in office software.”
- Beginner to advanced
Register your interest – training available late 2026
Digital Promotion of Your Business
“Learn how to set up a basic website, connect social media, and utilise digital tools to attract business or job seekers effectively.”
Register your interest – training available late 2026
Farm Business Management Skillset
“For agricultural business owners and managers wishing to brush up on their skills. Delivered with a digital perspective to meet modern day farming practices.”
Register your interest – training available March–August 2026
Find out moreFarm Business Management Skillset
A free, Diploma-level skillset covering strategic farm planning, financial management, and business risk. Delivered by UQ Skills over 4 days for people employed in South East Queensland agriculture.
How the Placement Process Works
If the jobs board isn't enough, you can ask for a customised approach. We can provide a straightforward, zero-risk work placement program designed to help you find capable team members.
Our program trains women aged 15 and over from diverse backgrounds, whether currently employed, seeking work, or looking for a career change. For standout participants, we connect them with agricultural employers ready to welcome new team members.
We Match a Candidate
If you’re looking for more than just the online job board, we can also arrange a structured work placement, fully funded and managed by our team. If needed, we can provide an induction focused on upskilling prior to or during the placement.
You Evaluate On-Site
See how the candidate performs in your actual work environment. There is no obligation to hire. It's a genuine trial for both parties.
Recruit if Suitable
If you're impressed, you're welcome to offer employment. If not, the individual gains valuable experience and you've contributed to their growth. No recruitment fees, no placement charges.
There is no cost to you or the participant for this service.
How to Register for Training
Register Your Interest
Register for an individual employee or submit a group registration for your whole team.
We Send Your Options
We'll email you a comprehensive list of training options to choose from and help you make the best decision for your team.
We Handle Enrolments
Once you decide, we take care of everything. Funding has already been secured, so most courses are heavily discounted or completely free.