Principal Biosecurity Officers

The Opportunity

We have two exciting opportunities for an experienced Principal Biosecurity Officer (Audit and Compliance) and for a Principal Biosecurity Officer (Registrations) to join the Department of Primary Industries and Regions Biosecurity Division. 

These roles will play a key part in developing discussion papers, workshops and other forums to consult with stakeholders, as well as providing policy options and advice to the Minister, Chief Executive and Executive Director. The Principal Biosecurity Officers are responsible for implementation of a robust and consistent approach to biosecurity policy, managing staff to ensure they are skilled and capable, and will establish and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Principal Biosecurity Officer (Audit and Compliance)

The primary purpose of the Principal Biosecurity Officer (Audit and Compliance) is to plan, develop, and implement biosecurity policy and regulation, including audit and compliance frameworks, to meet the requirements of the Biosecurity Act 2025 and PIRSAs strategic priorities. 

Principal Biosecurity Officer (Registrations)

The primary purpose of the Principal Biosecurity Officer (Registrations) is to plan, develop, and implement biosecurity policy and regulation, including registration and accreditation frameworks, to meet the requirements of the Biosecurity Act 2025 and PIRSAs strategic priorities. 

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 Australias primary industries and regional communities.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people dedicated to developing and protecting our states regions and diverse primary industries, including food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

Why Join Us?

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 applicants will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment. •  Opportunities up to June 2027. •  Full time, 37.5 hours per week. •  May be required to work from one or more sites in urban Adelaide, including the CBD and Waite.

Requirements

•  Possession of a current drivers license 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).  •  You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role. •  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.

Qualifications 

•  Essential: Nil •  Desirable: An appropriate tertiary level qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent expertise, particularly within a biosecurity environment and/or in establishing or implementing audit, compliance, education and enforcement functions.

Remuneration

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

Enquiries

Ross Meffin General Manager, Biosecurity Act Implementation Phone: +61884290*** Email: ***********@sa.gov.au

Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online and must clearly specify the role being applied for.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Achievement Orientation and Political Nous 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.