Research Services Officer

Government of South Australia; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 662,000 - 714,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in South Australia seeks a Research Services Officer to support the Aquatic Sciences division. This role involves administration tasks, interaction with the public, and contributing to agency priorities. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a Driver's License. Benefits include professional development and a commitment to diversity. Applications close on 22/10/2025.

Benefits

Career progression

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Driver's License and willingness to drive.
• Acknowledgment of work, health, and safety obligations.
• Willingness to participate in emergency management training.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support to management and staff within the SARDI Aquatic Sciences division.
• Ensure SARDI's strategic directions are communicated effectively.
• Assist with reception services at the SAASC.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Professional and Technical Knowledge

Job description

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Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 704300
Location: 5024 - WEST BEACH
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Research Services Officer to be part of our South Australian Research & Development Institute (SARDI) Division within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide administration support to management and staff within the SARDI Aquatic Sciences division. The role requires a significant amount of contact with members of the public, contractors, external research funding organisations and visiting scientific staff from other agencies.

The role contributes to delivering the agency’s priorities including:

• Increasing productivity of our primary industries and agribusinesses.
• Securing production through biosecurity and efficient and sustainable use of resources.
• Growing regions by supporting key regional development drivers and growing opportunities available to our regional communities.
• Build partnerships with industry, stakeholders, research organisation and regional communities.
• Organisational performance as a modern, flexible, and responsive organization that values and develops its people.

The role contributes to delivering support to ensure SARDI’s strategic directions are understood, and commitment is given to the principles and development of strategic directions and improving SARDI.

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 works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• Opportunity to be Ongoing
• Full time opportunity, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Driver’s License and willingness to drive.
• The incumbent is required to work onsite between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00pm to assist with the reception service at the SAASC and may be required to work occasionally outside of these core times.
• Out of hours work and inter/intra state travel may be required.
• Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
• You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role.
• 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

ASO2 - $58,709 min - $63,154 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries

Annie Sterns

Research Services Officer
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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, Attention to Detail 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: 22/10/2025 1:45 PM

Attachments: 20250908 Role Description - Research Services Officer (Receptionist).pdf; Application Guidelines.pdf; Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.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.