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 opportunityDPIRD Field Research Operations has a vacancy for a full-time Technical Officer based at the Esperance Downs Research Station (EDRS).As a Field Research Operations Technician your daily routine will be a blend of office/shed tasks and fieldwork as you contribute to supporting our vital field research trials.You will collaborate with researchers, growers and external stakeholders to implement the end-to-end activities of the Field Research trials located at EDRS and the greater Esperance area. This includes site selection, sowing, spraying, crop monitoring and harvesting. You will also assist the Senior Technical Officer manage the day-to-day operations at the research station. Some travel will be required throughout the WA agricultural region.Ideally you will have worked in a similar role previously (either in a field research context or as a farm hand) and possess the following attributes/qualifications:
Experience operating a range of agricultural machinery including tractors, seeders, spray booms and harvesters.
General farm maintenance and repair skills
Experience using herbicides, pesticides and other hazardous substances in accordance with standard safety procedures and guidelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
Hold a current ChemCert certification, forklift ticket and truck license (HR or MC) or be prepared to obtain if successful.
Physically fit, willing and able to undertake year-round manual work.
A trade/agriculture certificate and/or significant relevant experience.
For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).Equity and DiversityAt 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 ApplyClick the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including the details of two (2) referees, and
A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity as outlined in the advertisement.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All work-related requirements will be assessed during the selection process.Need further information?For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact , Senior Technical Officer on 042 7088 193 during office hours.If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.Employment Conditions and Additional InformationDPIRD 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 may arise in DPIRD at other regional locations across the state. 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 options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.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.
