Description:
Department of Primary Industries and RegionsJob reference: 661590
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an Executive Support Officer to be part of our Corporate Services Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.
The primary purpose of the role is to provide a comprehensive executive support service to multiple Directors within the Corporate Services division and broader agency governance committees.
The role is responsible for supporting the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer and Director, People and Culture by providing a full range of executive and business support services, including email and diary management, meeting and travel coordination, minute taking, correspondence preparation and other administration as required.
The role contributes to delivering the agency’s priorities including Perform Well - Perform as a modern, flexible, and responsive organisation that values its partners and people.
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.
• Ongoing opportunity.
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
Requirements
• Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• 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
ASO3 - $67,589 min - $72,033 max per annum, plus superannuation
Enquiries
Todd Sutton
A/ Principal Corporate Services Lead
Phone: +61884292421
Email: Todd.Sutton2@sa.gov.au
Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au
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, Planning and Organising Work 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: 09/04/2025 11:45 PM
Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment Declaration.pdf
- Role Description - ASO3 Executive Support 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.