- Talent Pool Process Clerk Grade 3/4
- Location: All of NSW
- Clerk Grade 3/4 starting from $82,193 - $90,001 plus superannuation and leave loading
The Biosecurity Compliance branch within Department of Primary Industries are looking to establish a talent pool of skilled and motivated individuals for multiple roles of Licensing Clerk and Licensing & Accreditation Officer.
About the Role
The Licensing Clerk is responsible for maintaining a system for licensing and accreditation under the Exhibited Animals Protection Act 1986 and the Animal Research Act 1985.
The Licencing and Accreditation officer role is responsible for processing licenses, accreditations and registration applications, issuing renewals, maintenance of appropriate records, recovering debts and any transactions in relation to these records. This role also performs a range of accreditation activities including but not limited to, the processing of certificates and applications from auditors, certifiers, issuing of renewals and maintenance of appropriate records in respect of branch programs.
About you
To be successful in the role, our ideal candidate will have the following:
Licencing Clerk
- The ability to coordinate the assessment and processing of licensing applications lodged under exhibited animals and animal research legislation.
- Strong skills in maintaining systems that accurately record licensing information and enable timely follow-up of regulatory requirements
- Experience in producing reports using licensing records systems and databases
- A commitment to delivering a high level of customer service, including providing accurate, timely, and relevant information to stakeholders and the public to support compliance with the exhibited animals and animal research legislation
- A proactive approach to process, system and database improvements, testing system updates, and briefing relevant service providers
- Ability to manage competing priorities, ensuring legislative and procedural timelines are met.
Licensing and Accreditation Officer
- The ability to coordinate the assessment and processing of licensing applications lodged under Biosecurity and Food Safety legislation.
- Strong skills in maintaining systems that accurately record licensing information and enable timely follow-up of regulatory requirements
- Experience in producing reports using licensing records systems and databases
- A commitment to delivering a high level of customer service, including providing accurate, timely, and relevant information to stakeholders and the public to support compliance with the Biosecurity and Food Safety legislation
- A proactive approach to process, system and database improvements, testing system updates, and briefing relevant service providers
- Ability to manage competing priorities, ensuring legislative and procedural timelines are met.
About the team
Within the Agriculture and Biosecurity division, Biosecurity and Food Safety branch is responsible for effective management and risk minimisation of biosecurity threats to NSW as well as the through-chain regulation of food safety. It delivers a risk-based approach to policy and compliance and provides regional engagement and coordination in response to emergency incidents and natural disasters impacting primary industries and the food sector. The Biosecurity & Food Safety Compliance team administers proactive compliance programs to manage several identified biosecurity risks.
Applying for the role
Apply online by submitting a current resume (max. 1 pages) and brief cover letter (max. 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.[AM4] [AK5]
For more information about the role, please click here to view the Licensing Clerk role description and Licensing and Accreditation Officer role description
Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Adam King, Manager Regulatory Business Programs, adam.j.king@dpie.nsw.gov.au, 0400 255 127.
Applications close Tuesday 3rd June 2025 at 11:55pm
Please note
This recruitment pool will be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
About us
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Additional Information
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team
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