The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment. To learn more about our department, our team and the work we do, please visit our website.
About the opportunity
There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.
This position is located at Hillarys.
We are seeking a proactive Business Support Officer within a customer-focussed environment who contributes to the efficient delivery of services by providing business support to the Director and other senior staff. In this role, you will undertake a range of operational activities and support the implementation of strategies and initiatives. You will also assist in the development, implementation, management, and continuous improvement of business processes, practices, and protocols.
About You
We are looking for individuals who can build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
We are interested in hearing from people who have experience in:
- Providing business and administrative support services, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, recording meeting outcomes, maintaining registers and databases, and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Invoice processing, and basic financial administration in a government environment.
- Monitoring and coordinating approvals associated with establishment data and staff recruitment
- Supervision of frontline personnel
- Maintaining accurate records and effective correspondence and publication management systems.
- Fisheries exemption application processing and coordination
For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:
- A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Work Related Requirements:
- Core Capabilities: 5 and 6
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Stephen Taylor, Director Fisheries Science and Assessment, on 0431 595 983 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Employment Conditions and Additional Information
DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
