Senior Project Officer
Salary: Level 6, $120,457 - $132,753 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024
Location: Bunbury, Other locations considered
Closing Date: :00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Pillar/directorate:
Biosecurity & Emergency Management
Branch:
Animal Biosecurity & Welfare
Tenure:
Fixed Term - Full Time
Position Number:
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia's regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA's economy, community and environment.
About the opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Project Officer to join our Animal Biosecurity and Welfare team in the area of WA's livestock traceability and registration systems. WA's livestock traceability and stock owner registration systems are a crucial part of protecting WA's agricultural sectors against disease outbreaks and protecting our reputation for safe products both domestically and internationally.
There is currently one month fixed-term, full time position with the possibility of extension and/or permanency available for immediate filling.
This position will lead a project to review and build upon recent enhancements to the administration of WA's livestock traceability and registration systems. This will involve working closely with relevant teams and livestock industry stakeholders to optimise systems and practices within a modern regulatory environment.
We are looking for individuals with:
* Experience in administering or implementing projects related to regulatory frameworks, or systems such as licencing or registrations.
* Demonstrated experience in complex project management, including the ability to manage competing priorities to deliver upon agreed outcomes in a dynamic environment.
* Well-developed problem-solving skills, with the demonstrated ability to develop practical and innovative solutions to issues, including the use of modern information technology solutions.
* Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with experience in supporting organisational change and communicating with external stakeholders.
* Experience in developing and writing operational policies and procedures.
* An understanding of the livestock industries in Western Australia is desirable.
For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
* A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
* A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Work Related Requirement/s:
* Role Specific: 1
* Core Capabilities: 3, 6
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Michael Britton, Manager, Animal Product Integrity and Traceability, on during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant's expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)