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Program Delivery Officer (Multiple Positions)
Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 863029
Location: 5065 - GLENSIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

Biosecurity plays an important role in protecting South Australia’s landscapes, industries and communities from pests and diseases. PIRSA’s Biosecurity Division is seeking two (2) Program Delivery Officer to join its Biosecurity Act Implementation Team, supporting the implementation of the Biosecurity Act 2025. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a team and with a range of stakeholders to develop a range of high-quality documents and written resources. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, contributing to work that has real-world impact, shaping the future of biosecurity in South Australia.

What You’ll Do

You will:

  • Coordinate and undertake a range of project and policy development activities that support the implementation of the Biosecurity Act 2025.
  • Undertake background research and analysis to identify and develop operational implementation requirements and options relating to policies, processes and functions under the Biosecurity Act.
  • Prepare reports and operational documents.
  • Build and maintain working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Work collaboratively with project team members and stakeholders to improve systems and processes.

About You

You enjoy learning, take initiative and bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to your work, with the ability to work independently when required while contributing as part of a collaborative team. You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to critically assess complex biosecurity systems and legislation to identify gaps, inconsistencies and opportunities for reform and facilitate operational implementation. You are organised, quick to learn new systems and processes, keen to develop new skills and grow your career in a supportive public sector environment.

Why Join Us?

This is a rewarding opportunity to build your experience in program and project delivery in a legislative reform context within a professional, purpose-driven environment. You’ll be supporting work that protects South Australia’s biosecurity while applying and developing practical skills in policy development and implementation, and public sector processes.

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 June 2028.
  • Full-time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

  • Possession of a current driver’s license and willingness to drive.
  • Some 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.
  • The incumbent will be primarily based at Glenside with attendance in the CBD as needed.

Qualifications

  • Essential: Nil.
  • Desirable: An appropriate qualification at a tertiary level.

Remuneration

ASO5 - $92,122 to $102,456 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Matthias Dengler
Principal Policy Officer
Phone: 08 7133 7627
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online via iworkfor.sa.gov.au.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the applicant instructions and outline your skills and experience in relation to the four capability areas of the role description (Professional & Technical Knowledge, Initiative, Planning and Organising, Relationship Building and Maintaining).

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.

Attachments

  • Application Guidelines
  • Pre-Employment Declaration
  • Role Description – ASO5 Program Delivery Officer, Biosecurity Act Implementation

Applications close: Friday, 13 November 2026 11:45 PM

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: 13/11/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - ASO5 Program Delivery Officer.pdf


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.