Business Support Officer - Program Support

Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 525365
Location: 5064 - URRBRAE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Business Support Officer – Program Support to be part of our Biosecurity Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The primary purpose of the role is to support the operations and functions of the PIRSA Biosecurity Division. The position provides effective and responsive, financial, administrative, business and service delivery support for a broad range of services in the Division. In particular, this role supports the Invasive Species Unit to ensure the ongoing, effective and sustainable management of declared pest plants and animals under the Landscape South Australia Act 2019, Fisheries Management Act 2007 and Dog Fence Act 1946.

The role contributes to the delivery of the agency’s priorities by providing Business Support and advice across a range of core PIRSA business administrative activities and functions at the Waite site.

The role is responsible for delivery of customer service to a range of stakeholders, including but not limited to Biosecurity staff, the Dog Fence Board, industry partners, corporate workgroups, members of the public and various service providers. The Business Services Officer has the key responsibility of ensuring administrative services are managed in a manner that is efficient and at the same time portrays a friendly and professional environment.

About Us

South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people working across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to join us, apply now!

Benefits

At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ, people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups. The Department of Primary Industries and Regions recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of SA.

Special Conditions

Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment
Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).

Requirements

Possession of a current driver’s license and willingness to drive.
Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations
Desirable: First Aid Officer, Fire Warden

Remuneration

ASO2
$56,987 - $61,301 per annum

Enquiries

Bradley Page
Principal Biosecurity Officer - Pest Animals
Phone: (08) 8429 0803
Email: Brad.Page@sa.gov.au

Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a Covering Letter (no more than 3 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Planning and Organising (Work Management) and Integrity capabilities of the role description and a current CV (no more than 5 pages). Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.

Applications close: 02/04/2023 11:45 PM