Full Time, 38hours per week
ongoing Full Time
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Fisheries Officer– salary from $91,107 to 102,256 per annum(FTE)plus super and leave loading
About the Role
You will be joining theFisheries Compliance Unitwithin theDepartment of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Fisheries.As a Fisheries Officeryour primary purpose is to ensure all fishers arecomplying withfisheries rules,advisingand educating whereappropriate, and taking compliance actions,whererequiredto protect our fisheries and aquatic resources.
Have a look at our latest recruitment video for more information about the role of a Fisheries Officer and for more detailed information use this link.
Also have a look at some of thegreat workwe do on theDPIRD Fisheries Facebook Page.
You will also need the skills and experience to allocate resources to meet compliance objectives, drive priorities, exercise sound judgement, prepare and present evidence, compile and review prosecution briefs, and generate reports in line with Fisheries Compliance policies.
As a Fisheries Officer Grade 1/2, you will be:
Assist in fisheries compliance activities using a range of surveillance mechanisms and evidence collection processes in line with relevant work instructions to meet District/Operational Unit objectives
Prepare evidence, prosecution briefs, briefing notes and correspondence in line with the Fisheries Compliance Prosecution Work Instructions, and present evidence at court on behalf of DPIRD Fisheries
Liaise effectively with clients, members of the public and external stakeholders by exercising sound judgement and providing informed advice, and escalating more complex issues to the supervisor
Assist in the development of operational planning material and participate in routine patrol duties and planned operations to optimise compliance outputs
Assist in the design and delivery of informative educational programs associated with commercial and recreational fishing,



aquaculture and conservation programs to convey a knowledge and understanding of issues and legislation to stakeholders and clients
Undertake routine maintenance of departmental equipment and materials to ensure they are kept in good operational condition
About You-what you need to apply
To be considered for this role, in your application you need to demonstrate and provide good clear examples how you meet the following essential criteria:
Ability to build and manage effective stakeholderrelationships.
Knowledge and interest in fisheries compliance.
Excellent communication skills both verbal andwritten.
Problem solving and prioritisation skills.
In addition to the above it is critical that you have the following in line with the Crown Employees Fisheries Staff Award which includes:
Current manual driver's licence, and capability to drive a manual and four-wheel drive vehicle
A current boat licence
Colour vision
Swimming ability (200m)
HSC or Equivalent
PLEASE NOTE – YOU NEED ALL OF THE ABOVE CRITERIA AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED AS IT IS A REQUIREMENT UNDER THE FISHERIES STAFF AWARD.
As part of the recruitment process for this role, you will be required to complete a Police check, health/medical assessment and other assessments as required.
We encourage you to contact us for further information about the role and your application.
Please contact hiring manager Christine Rae at ****** or ************.
You can also view the role description Role Description - Fisheries Officer Grade 1-2 - Fisheries Officer - Fisheries.pdf for further details.
Applications close
:
Sunday 18 October **** at 11:55pm AEST
After applying:
You'll receive a confirmation email
We'll review all applications once the ad closes
If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task,



skills test, psychometric test)
Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
Atalentpool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next18 months.
About us – together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRDRD) protects,supportsand 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,vegetationand forests.
The department brings together:
Local Land Services
NSW Resources
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Fisheries and Forestry
Regional Development and Delivery.
We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW.
Withnearly 5,000employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRDRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.
Learn more about the advantages of joining our diverse and talented DPIRDRD team.
At DPIRDRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse,equitableand inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability,religionand sexual orientation.
DPIRDRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer
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 ****** or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
We also understand that work is just one part of life.
Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.
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