Description:
Department of Primary Industries and RegionsJob reference: 669406
Location: 5065 - GLENSIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Opportunity
We have two opportunities for a Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Disease Surveillance & Diagnostic Services and for a Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Epidemiology, Risk & EAD Preparedness to be part of our Biosecurity Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.
These roles play a crucial role within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) by supporting the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) in planning and executing the Animal Biosecurity program and its related sub-programs, projects, and initiatives. These encompass both terrestrial and aquatic species, directly aiding in the development and improvement of domestic and international market access and supporting the mitigation of biosecurity risks to the community and livestock industries.
Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Disease Surveillance & Diagnostic Services
The Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, (DCVO) Disease Surveillance & Diagnostic Services works closely with the CVO to influence state and national animal biosecurity policies and strategies, providing high-level strategic and operational advice to enhance program outcomes in surveillance, disease management, emergency preparedness, response, traceability, and legislative compliance. On occasion, when acting as the CVO, the DCVO represents South Australia (SA) on national animal biosecurity committees, including the Animal Health Committee, Animal Health Australia, and Emergency Animal Disease Consultative Committees, thus ensuring SA's interests are advocated at a national level.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Disease Surveillance & Diagnostic Services demonstrates exceptional professional independence, initiative, and judgement, supporting the CVO and providing strategic direction to a team of veterinary and technical specialists. This team is dedicated to developing and managing disease surveillance, disease control, livestock welfare, and emergency response programs throughout South Australia. Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Disease Surveillance & Diagnostic Services is also responsible for leading external project teams of experts when responding to significant biosecurity incidents and incursions, ensuring coordinated and effective responses.
Qualifications
• Essential: An appropriate veterinary qualification at a tertiary level, registrable in South Australia
Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Epidemiology, Risk & EAD Preparedness
The Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer (DCVO), Epidemiology, Risk & EAD Preparedness works closely with the CVO and plays a critical role in the management of epidemiological advice and reporting, animal health risk management, and emergency animal disease preparedness programs. On occasion, when acting as the CVO, the DCVO represents South Australia (SA) on national animal biosecurity committees, including the Animal Health Committee, Animal Health Australia, and Consultative Committee for Emergency Animal Diseases, thus ensuring SA's interests are advocated at a national level.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer, Epidemiology, Risk & EAD Preparedness demonstrates exceptional professional independence, initiative, and judgement, supporting the CVO and providing strategic direction to a team of veterinary and technical specialists in the development of epidemiological and risk-based decision-making capacity to support emergency animal disease preparedness and response, and other animal health program activities.
Qualifications
• Essential: An appropriate veterinary qualification at a tertiary level, registrable in South Australia.
• Desirable: Post graduate qualification in veterinary public health, epidemiology, or related field.
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 and Requirements
• 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.
• Possession of a current driver's license and willingness to drive.
• Considerable out of hours work and inter/ intrastate travel will 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.
Remuneration
PO5 - $124,449 min - $130,253 max per annum, plus superannuation
Enquiries
Skye Fruean
Chief Veterinary Officer
Phone: 08 8429 2506
Email: skye.fruean@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.
If you are interested in this opportunity, see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Relationship Building and Maintaining, Written Communication and Planning and Organising (Work Management) 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: 30/05/2025 11:45 PM
Attachments:
- Application Guidelines.pdf
- Pre-Employment Declaration.pdf
- Role Description - PO5 Deputy CVO Epi Risk and EAD Preparedness#2.pdf
- Role Description - PO5 Deputy CVO Surveillance and Diagnostics#2.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.