Careers

Working at PIRSA

We are a key economic development agency working in partnership with our primary industries, regional stakeholders and across all levels of government to advance the prosperity and sustainability of South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities.

Our passionate team of around 800 people work across metropolitan and regional South Australia to develop and protect our state’s regions and food, wine, aquaculture, fisheries, forestry, grains, livestock, dairy and horticulture industries.

It's no wonder there are so many exciting and diverse career opportunities in our organisation. If you’re ready to join us, apply now.

Workplace benefits

Current Vacancies

Position Salary Level Location Division Closing Date
Principal HR Business Partner$106,512 to $115,137ASO7 Adelaide 5000 Corporate Services Friday 19 April 2024
Executive Officer$84,522 to $94,003ASO5 Adelaide 5000, Urrbrae 5064, Glenside 5065 Biosecurity Sunday 21 April 2024
Senior Plant Biosecurity Officer, Systems$84,522 to $94,003ASO5 Glenside 5065 Biosecurity Sunday 21 April 2024
Senior Policy Officer$97,022 to $102,626ASO6 West Beach 5024 Fisheries and Aquaculture Sunday 21 April 2024
Long-Term Trial Coordinator$84,522 to $94,003ASO5 Urrbrae 5064 SARDI Monday 22 April 2024
Assistant Finance Business Partner$75,430 to $79,070ASO4 Adelaide 5000 Corporate Services Tuesday 23 April 2024
Senior Research Officer$86,950 to $96,223PO2 West Beach 5024 SARDI Friday 26 April 2024
Assistant Farm Manager$66,590 to $70,968OPS3 Rosedale 5350 SARDI Saturday 27 April 2024
Graduate HR Officer$66,590 to $70,968ASO3 Adelaide 5000 Corporate Services Sunday 28 April 2024
Graduate Finance Officer$57,842 to $62,221ASO2 Adelaide 5000 Corporate Services Sunday 5 May 2024
Sub-Program Leader$109,060 to $118,690PO4 Adelaide 5000 SARDI Tuesday 7 May 2024

Joining PIRSA

Here are some tips for writing your application to join the Department of Primary industries and Regions (PIRSA).

Check the job vacancy advertisement for guidelines specific to the role you are applying for.

How to apply

Further opportunities to work with PIRSA

Scholarships and grants

Through PIRSA's South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), we offer a range of bursaries and grants and supervision for postgraduate students.

Undergraduate students, keep your eye out for the next round of Aquatic Sciences summer scholarships, usually opening from September each year.

Find out what's on offer through SARDI

Page last reviewed: 20 Mar 2024

 

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