Fisheries Manager

**Department of Primary Industries and Regions**
**Job reference**: 621144
**Location**: 5024 - WEST BEACH
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**The Opportunity**

We have an opportunity for a Fisheries Manager to be part of the Fisheries & Aquaculture Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division within PIRSA is recognised nationally and internationally for the delivery of high-quality fisheries management services. Through collaboration with stakeholders, we work to deliver outcomes that maintain the sustainability of fisheries resources, while maximising economic benefits to communities.

The primary purpose of the role is the sustainable development, management and conservation of the fisheries and aquaculture industries which are governed by two Acts: the Aquaculture Act 2001 and the Fisheries Management Act 2007. The core business of a Fisheries Manager is the administration of these Acts.

The Fisheries Manager role works within a small group providing fisheries management services to more than 13 fisheries, in marine and freshwater environments in South Australian waters. The co-management or collaborate approach applied in the role will involve working closely with stakeholders, including commercial and recreational fishers and environmental groups, to deliver outcomes focused on sustainable management.

The role contributes to the delivery of the agency’s priorities including regulatory excellence and reforms of our legislative framework and programs to drive efficiency, effectiveness and unlock potential.

The role is responsible for leading a collaborative approach with industry, other government departments, and with other PIRSA divisions to deliver a range of fisheries and aquaculture related services to government. The successful applicant will be able to develop and coordinate integrated delivery mechanisms within the division and across a range of stakeholders, nationally and within the state.

**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**

**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 Until August 2025
- Full Time 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).
- 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**

ASO6 - $98,478 min - $104,165 max per annum, plus superannuation

**Enquiries**

Steven Shanks

Program Leader - Commercial Fisheries
Phone: 0477 396 367

**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, Written Communication, Building and Maintaining Relationships 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**: 24/09/2024 11:45 PM