Technical Officer - West Beach, Australia - Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA)

Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA)

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West Beach, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Description

Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Job reference: 548037

Location:

WEST BEACH

Job status:
Long Term Contract

Eligibility:
Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and driven Technical Officer to join the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

Based at the West Beach facility, this role is part of the Aquaculture Program in Aquatic and Livestock Sciences.

The role contributes to delivering the agency's priorities of supporting primary industries and regional communities to manage risk, respond and recover quickly from adverse events that impact economic growth and community wellbeing.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide technical services and assistance to the operation of the finfish and shellfish hatchery.

The role maintains both finfish and shellfish hatchery production systems which support the restock and recovery of Snapper stocks in Gulf St Vincent and Spencer Gulf, the establishment of Native Oyster (Ostrea angasi) reefs along the coast of South Australia the development of POMS (Pacific Oyster Mortality Syndrome) resistant family lines of Pacific oysters, and the delivery of other finfish and shellfish projects, and where required other projects within the Aquaculture program.

The role contributes high quality technical services and expertise, works as an effective and supportive team member, applies a high level of accuracy in a high-pressure workplace, models commitment to quality aims and principles as well as accreditation standards, and ensures continuous improvement in all aspects of field and laboratory practice.

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.
Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).

Requirements:

Located at our West Beach facility
Possession of drivers licence and willing to drive
Out of hours work and inter/intrastate travel may be required
You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations
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

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Essential: Technical qualifications in a relevant discipline
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Desirable: An Honours degree in science with a major in aquaculture

Remuneration
TGO2 $74,128 - $78,700

Enquiries
For confidential enquiries, please contact Penny Ezzy, Senior Research Officer

Phone:

Application Instructions
If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the instructions found in the _Applicant Instructions_ attachment.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a Covering Letter (no more than 3 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving capabilities of the role description and a current CV (no more than 5 pages).

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: 17/09/2023 11:45 PM