Join the Vertebrate Pest Research Unit at DPIRD and help tackle critical biosecurity threats across NSW.

• Multiple Roles – Temporary Full Time until 30 June 2028
• 35 hours per week
• Located in Orange NSW
• Salary from $73,522 to $113,562 pa + superannuation + leave entitlements (Technical Officer G1/3)

The salary offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award and the Technical Staff Merit Progression Guidelines.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Technical Officer, you’ll support a range of innovative research projects focused on vertebrate pests – including, but not limited to, mice, feral pigs, and deer. Your hands-on role will include field and laboratory research, data collection and sample management.

• Experience conducting field work on vertebrate pests in remote areas is highly regarded.
• Conducting scientifically rigorous population assessments, maintaining long-term data continuity, and applying methodologies that support compliance with environmental legislation.
• Assisting with the development of species- and region-specific harvest quotas for waterfowl, coupled with strong stakeholder engagement 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and monitoring field trials and experiments
• Collecting, managing, and preparing data and samples for analysis
• Travelling to remote locations across NSW for field research
• Operating and maintaining research equipment and managing consumables
• Ensuring all work aligns with departmental research and technical standards.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is hands on, curious and not afraid of the great outdoors.  You’ll enjoy fieldwork, teamwork, and have an eye for detail when it comes to data and equipment.

You’ll thrive if you’re confident in

• Working across multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines
• Operating independently in remote and physically demanding environments
• Handling and preparing complex data sets for analysis and reporting.

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications in accordance with Part 2 (xviii) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award.

Current NSW manual Driver Licence and willingness to travel as required.

What We Offer

DPIRD an attractive place to build your career.  You’ll be part of a team that offers:

• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Professional development
• Health & wellbeing and employee assistance programs.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

💬 For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Steven McLeod, Manager Vertebrate Pest Research

📞 0409 753 051

📧 steven.mcleod@dpi.nsw.gov.au

🔗 Click here to view the full role description

👉 How to Apply
Please apply via our online portal and submit:

• ✅ A CV (approx. 4 pages)
• ✅ A cover letter (approx. 1 pages)
  * Tell us how your experience and skills make you a great fit for this role.

📅 Applications Close: Thursday 3 July 2025, at 11:55pm

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. 

What to expect next

After applying:

• You’ll receive a confirmation email
• We’ll review all applications once the advertisement closes
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams)
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric assessment) 
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates

🔎 The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

🌀 A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

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:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds – including but not limited to gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.

As a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, DPIRD is dedicated to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.