pest animal management support officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 709587

Location: URRBRAE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Pest Animal Management Support Officer to be part of our Biosecurity Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The primary purpose of the role is to support pest animal programs that focus on coordinated control of vertebrate pest animal impacts for the protection of environmental, agricultural and social assets.

The role supports priority actions of pest animal programs, such as the National Feral Deer Action Plan, and other State-wide priority projects. The role helps promote best practice, community awareness, participation and facilitation of vertebrate pest animal control in environmental and agricultural management programs.

The role contributes to delivering the agency's priorities including:

• Managing adverse events effectively and helping primary industries and communities improve preparedness, resilience and recover well
• Build partnerships with industry, stakeholders, research organisations and regional communities
• Growing regions by supporting key regional development drivers and growing opportunities available to our regional communities

The role contributes to delivering Biosecurity objectives by:

• Managing economic, social and environmental impacts of pests and diseases
• Government, industry and the community working together to enhance biosecurity

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 work permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity up to December 2027.
• 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 will be required
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations

Qualifications

Essential:

• An appropriate Degree in Science, Natural Resource Management or equivalent for PO2 position

Remuneration

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

PO2 - $88,255 min - $97,667 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Jane McKenzie

National Feral Deer Coordinator

Phone:

Email:

Website:

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, Initiative 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: 21/11/2025 11:45 PM