regional manager

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 705236

Location: WEST BEACH

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

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

Purpose

The primary purpose of the role is to provide high level staff leadership and management to a team of Fisheries Officers and Compliance staff to ensure delivery of critical compliance programs, services, projects and activities across an assigned Region and within assigned budget. The role contributes delivering the agency's priorities including:

• Regulatory excellence and reforms of our legislative framework and programs to drive efficiency, effectiveness and unlock potential.
• Build partnerships with industry, stakeholders, research organizations and regional communities.
• Organisational performance as a modern, flexible and responsive organization that values and develops its people

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).
• Ongoing opportunity
• Full time 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's licence and willingness to drive.
• Out of hours work including weekends / public holidays may be required.
• Significant inter / intrastate travel may be required, working in remote areas and at times under harsh conditions including at sea.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations
• The position is based in a designated metropolitan area (currently West Beach).
• Regional Managers participate in the FISHWATCH roster.
• At short notice, the incumbent will be required to be part of a marine search and rescue operations in accordance with the PIRSA Emergency Response Plans and the Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOL and the Department for Planning Transport & Infrastructure.
• Agency uniform must be worn to provide a visible presence in the community when required.

Remuneration

ASO7 - $108,109 min - $116,864 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Gary Darter

General Manager – Operations Support

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Email:

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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, Strategic Focus and People Management 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.

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.

Applications close: 12/11/2025 11:45 PM