Project Officer

**Department of Primary Industries and Regions**
**Job reference**: 655679
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE, 5253 - MURRAY BRIDGE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: SA Public Sector Employees only

**The Opportunity**

We have an opportunity for a Project Officer to be part of our Major Programs and Regions Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The Project Officer is a key member of the Regional Coordination team within Regions, contributing to the objectives of the division by providing efficient and effective input into the coordination and management of regional development initiatives and strategy identified to positively impact on increasing economic activity in the regions.

The Project Officer is responsible for assisting in the progress of state-wide projects that may be the initiative of either government or the private sector, working closely with the Regional Coordinator and team.

**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.

**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.

**Special Conditions**
- Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
- Opportunity up to October 2025
- The location for this job opportunity can be offered at the CBD, Greater Adelaide or regionally based at one of PIRSAs Regional Office locations.

**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).
- 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**

ASO5 - $85,790 min - $95,413 max per annum, plus superannuation

**Enquiries**

Trevor Bennett
Manager Policy and Programs
Phone: 0428543135

**Application Instructions**

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, **_Achievement, Quality & Results_** 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 close**: 11/03/2025 11:45 PM