- Temporary Full-Time Opportunity up to 18 months
- Primary Work Location: Narrandera Fisheries Centre
- Clerk Grade 1/2– salary from $75,728.00 - $82,329 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
About the Role
In your exciting new role as a Fisheries Tour Guide at Narrandera Fisheries Centre you will provide educative and administrative support services to support the operation of the John Lake Centre.
The John Lake Centre runs daily tours of aquarium and hatchery facilities showcasing the important work DPIRD Fisheries undertakes across the Murray Darling Basin to enhance and protect native freshwater fish. This hands-on role works closely with local schools, tour companies, not-for-profit organisations and the general public to deliver an immersive experience.
Narrandera Fisheries is the state’s premier inland freshwater research and hatchery centre boasting state-of-the-art facilities and aquaculture infrastructure.
The position is also required to assist in the preparation and delivery of children’s fishing workshops which are undertaken by the department.
About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
- Experience in developing and guiding educational tours to promote programs to a diverse audience.
- Experience in responding to enquiries, with the ability to escalate or redirect matters as required to ensure the delivery of accurate and timely information.
- An interest in the natural environment, specifically freshwater ecology and native fish of the Murray Darling Basin and basic fish husbandry (training provided).
- Knowledge of updating and maintaining records and databases in line with administrative systems and processes, ensuring information is accurate, securely stored, and easily accessible.
- Capability in maintaining and operating fish display tanks, as well as audio-visual and visual displays, to support educational tours and deliver engaging visitor experiences.
For further information about the role please contact hiring manager Martin Asmus on 0458 453 517 or email martin.asmus@dpird.nsw.gov.au . You can also view the role description Administration Assistant Role Description.pdf
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.
The department brings together:
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Regional Development and Delivery.
We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. 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.
Applying is easy!
Please apply via our online portal and submit:
✅ A CV (approx. 2 pages)
✅ A cover letter (approx. 1-2 pages) Tell us how your experience and skills make you a great fit for this role.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST Tuesday 17 March 2026
Additional Information
We are committed 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.
The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police 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.
