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SalaryJob reference: 574159
Location: 5064 - URRBRAE, 5345 - BARMERA
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
We have an opportunity for a Team Leader, Compliance andInvestigation to be part of our Biosecurity Division within theDepartment of Primary Industries and Regions.
The Team Leader, Compliance and Investigation contributes to thegoals and objectives of the Fruit Fly Emergency Response Program byproviding support to the Manager, Compliance and Investigation inrunning investigations and supporting the Operations team inundertaking their duties under the Plant Health Act 2009. Thisincludes close interaction with the Response’s Market Accessand Operations teams which are currently located in the SARiverland.
The Team Leader will respond to a broad range of complex complaintsand reports, concerning alleged breaches of the Biosecuritylegislation under instruction from the Manager and takingenforcement action where required. The incumbent will undertakeassessment of the potential breach to determine the direction andcharacter of actions to be taken. Working within this context theposition is also responsible for the interpretation of the PlantHealth Act, 2009, making applications for warrants, and for thesubmission of briefs of evidence to the Crown Solicitor forconsideration of the breach's prosecution potential or merit.
Investigations delivered by the incumbent may involve significantinteragency collaboration, necessitating considerable communicationand interpersonal skills to develop and maintain criticalrelationships and networks across a broad stakeholder base.
About Us
South Australia is internationally recognised for thequality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are thebackbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drivesprosperity for all South Australians.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a keyeconomic development agency working in partnership with our primaryindustries, regional stakeholders and across all levels ofgovernment to advance the prosperity and sustainability of SouthAustralia’s primary industries and regional communities.
We are a passionate team of around 800 people working acrossmetropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protectour 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 careeropportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to joinus, apply now!
Benefits
At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions,we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work withopportunities for career progression, learning and development andflexibility.
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is anequal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverseand inclusive workplace. We embrace diversity and welcomeapplications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith,sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.
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).
- Opportunity up to December 2025.
Requirements
- Possession of a current driver’s licence 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.
- Preparedness to undertake training and participation in emergency management activities.
- The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
Remuneration
OPS5 - $80,877 min - $86,461 max per annum, plussuperannuation
Enquiries
Con Poulos
Incident Controller
Phone: 0484 589 ***
Email: **********@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 see the attachedapplicant instructions and outline your skills and experience inrelation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Quality Focusand Communication capabilities of the attached roledescription.
Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and acompleted “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA PublicSector” form.
Applications close: 15/02/2024 11:45 PM
Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - Team Leader, Compliance & Investigation OPS5.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
