Deer Control Coordinator

The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deer Control Coordinator
to be part of our Biosecurity Division within the Department of
Primary Industries and Regions.
The primary purpose of the role is to support delivery of the
South Australian Feral Deer Eradication Program 2022-2032.
This ambitious Program is now into its fourth year and has already
removed over 27,000 feral deer from across the State.
In this role,
you will support operations and initiatives to effectively manage
the environmental, agricultural, and pastoral impacts of feral deer
with the aim of ensuring the ongoing effective management of the
environment, as well as helping to secure agricultural and pastoral
production.
The role contributes delivering the agency's priorities
including:

Increasing productivity of our primary industries and
agribusinesses
Securing production through biosecurity and efficient and
sustainable use of resources
Build partnerships with industry, stakeholders, research
organisations and regional communities
Managing adverse events effectively and helping primary
industries and communities improve preparedness, resilience and
recover well.

The role contributes to delivering Biosecurity objectives
by:

Managing the risks to South Australia posed by animal
pests

The role sits within the Pest Animal Team of the Invasive
Species Unit.
The Invasive Species Unit is focused primarily on the
management of weeds and vertebrate pests declared under the
Landscape South Australia Act 2019 and on the management of aquatic
pests under the Fisheries Management Act 2007.
The Invasive Species
Unit works closely and effectively with regional landscape boards,
the Department for Environment and Water (DEW), and equivalent
interstate agencies to achieve impactful, coordinated, strategic
responses to new incursions and management of existing priority
pest species.
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 an equal
opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and
inclusive workplace.
We embrace diversity and welcome
applications 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 June 2026.
Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

Possession of a current driver's licence and
willingness to drive
Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be
required
Australian residency or current works permit is required
(responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current
work permit).
You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations
and our expectations when applying for a role.
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
AS05 - $85,790 min - $95,413 max per annum, plus
superannuation
Enquiries
Myall Tarran
A/Senior Biosecurity Officer – Pest Animals
Phone: 0476 270 ***
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
attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and
experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge,
Planning and Organising (Work management) and Communication
capabilities of the attached role description.
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 Instructions - SEEK
All applications must be submitted online through
iworkfor.sa.gov.au
Click "Apply" to be directed to the IWFSA website
listing, alternatively search for vacancy number 6886610 in the
keyword search bar at iworkfor.sa.gov.au
If you're interested in this opportunity, please review the
applicant guidelines and outline your skills and experience in
relation to the following capabilities from the Role Description:
1.
Professional and Technical Knowledge, 2.
Planning and Organising
(Work management), and 3.
Communication.

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.
Application Guidelines, Role Description and Pre-Employment
Declaration in the SA Public Sector can be found on the IWFSA job
listing.

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