Technical Officer - Agriculture

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 25th May 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Independent Public School - Wheatbelt Education RegionWA College Of Agriculture - CunderdinTechnical Officer - Agriculture00004738Level 1.3, $65,958 - Level 1.4, $68,636 per annum (PSCA 2022) + 15.3% commuted allowance (PSCA 2022)Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS893431This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin (WACOA) is seeking a dedicated Technical Officer, who is able to forge positive relationships with young adults in an agricultural training environment.The WACOA – Cunderdin is located approximately 3 kilometres from the town site and operates a commercial size farm; has extensive education and training resources and is a Registered Training Organisation.The successful applicant will provide on-the-job workplace training to year 11 and 12 students, deliver and assess training in Certificates II & III in Agriculture and be responsible for Workplace Health and Safety requirements. The ability to role model outstanding employability skills and to work with students in a teaching/training capacity and can work as part of a team, is essential to be successful in this position.The Farm Technical Officer will assist with the duties associated with the running of the College Farm and deliver agricultural training under supervision and assist in the assessment of student skills. To fulfil these requirements, the successful applicant will need a C-class driver’s license and be supported to gain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, as well as a HR license within 12 months of commencement, all funded by the College. You will be required to help in a wide range of general agricultural tasks including supporting cropping and livestock production systems. These duties typically involve assisting with the care of livestock like cattle, sheep, or pigs, operating machinery and equipment, and maintaining the farm's infrastructure such as fences. On top of the Level 1, 2, and 3 salary packages stated, an additional 150 hrs overtime per year is paid fortnightly as part of the Technical Officer salary package and this is used during rostered weekend duties and as required and agreed on by the Manager and Technical Officer. Accommodation options can be discussed if required, so don’t hesitate if you are passionate about teaching young adults and enjoy working with animals and on machinery in a beautiful country setting, then this is the opportunity for you!This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.Please note: The salary level for this position will be determined after the successful applicant is assessed as addressing all eligibility and selection criteria indicated in the relevant attached JDF in the context of the outcomes and selection criteria described.The highest rate an applicant can start at as a L1 is Level 1.4 (as negotiated with the principal). However, applicants may still be able to commence at a L2.1 or L3.1 if suitably qualified or with requisite experience.Level 2, $64,172 - $69,256 per annum (PSCA 2021)Level 3, $72,896 - $78,717 per annum (PSCA 2021)Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Further information about WACOA Cunderdin can be found by visiting orAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also available .For further job related information:You are encouraged to contact Daniel de Beer, Farm Supervisor for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Cunderdin, by telephoning (08) 9635 2100 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 10 June 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.