• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary up to June 2028
• Primary Work Location: Narrandera
• Fisheries Technician Grade 2/3 – Salary from $73,989 up to $97,149 per annum plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can 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 apply. 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.

About the Role
The Senior Fisheries Technician will lead and execute complex technical aspects of freshwater fisheries research in NSW. The role contributes to project design and implementation, manages technical resources and teams, and ensures all field and lab activities adhere to safety and sampling protocols. As the Senior Fisheries Technician, you will coordinate logistics, maintain equipment, and undertake hands-on field data collection in remote areas, which includes assessing gear, handling live fish, identifying specimens, and recording biological information.

About You
Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of fisheries sampling techniques, including managing equipment, data management, and implementing detailed sampling protocols. You will exhibit attention to detail and maintain technical requirements, including servicing equipment and record keeping. Additionally, you will be responsible for undertaking field data collection in remote areas including assessing gear modifications, live fish handling, specimen identification, collecting biological information and data recording.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ian Wooden on 0428 668 081 or email Ian.Wooden@dpi.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Sunday, 29 June 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

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.

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.

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

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may 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.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.