research services officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 701364

Location: URRBRAE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Research Services Officer to be part of our South Australian Research and Development Institute Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide comprehensive administrative, contract and financial support to the Crop Sciences branch of the SA Research and Development Institute.

This entails processing a high number of raising invoices with due diligence and in a timely manner. Raising Purchase Orders and processing payments, monitoring contract milestones reports, creating new casual staff contracts and processing of fortnightly timesheets, managing documents via Objective. Preparing Agendas and Minutes for Administrative staff meetings, managing vehicle logs and servicing of vehicles, ordering of stationery and office supplies, and general Reception duties.

The Research Services Officer has the key responsibility of ensuring administrative services are managed in a manner that is efficient and at the same time portrays a friendly and professional environment.

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 Janurary 2027.
• Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current driver's licence and willingness to drive.
• Working at other SARDI sites as requested.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations
• National Police Check Certificate.
• 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

ASO2 - $58,709 min - $63,154 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Alice Harvie

Research Support Office Manager

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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, Teamwork and/or team building and Customer orientation 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: 13/10/2025 11:45 PM