About the opportunity
We currently have one (1) permanent full-time opportunity available for a Senior Technical Officer to join DPIRD's Livestock Research branch at Katanning Research Station.
About Katanning Research Station
Katanning Research Station operates on a ****ha property with **** merino and 300 crossbred ewes, as well as *******ha of sown crop and pasture. The research station is home to a modern, covered, sheep feed intake facility with the capacity to hold 300 sheep and features automated feed delivery and assessment of individual feed intake. With the capacity to support multiple livestock research projects at any given time, this is a fast paced and varied workplace which gives you a real opportunity to contribute to agricultural research and innovation.
Reporting to the Team Leader – Katanning Research Facility, you will work collaboratively with scientists, technical staff and other stakeholders to support the successful delivery of research programs and farm operations. You will have particular responsibility for managing livestock operations on the research station, ensuring research and farm activities are conducted safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant procedures and standards. It is also important to be aware that DPIRD is an emergency management department and so on occasion, all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies. The position is currently available for immediate filling, with the potential that this process may also be used to fill other same or similar fixed term or permanent vacancies that arise in DPIRD (within the locations listed in this advert) over the next 12 months.
Diversity and inclusion
We value diversity and understand diverse workplaces are more effective and innovative so we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community,



and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. As our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act **** (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.
About the team and benefits
We are genuinely committed to developing and supporting our workforce to be their best by creating a positive work environment, supporting work/life balance and encouraging our employees to learn on the job and build their skills.
Some of the benefits of this job and working at DPIRD include:
Chance to work in a regional area and be directly engaged with livestock industries
Work alongside and learn from nationally recognised animal and plant scientists.
Being part of a motivating, supportive and inclusive team.
We are looking for individuals with:
General farming knowledge of crop, pasture, stock and agricultural machinery.
A well-developed knowledge and expertise in the use of agricultural practices and research methodology.
A willingness to work with livestock, particularly sheep.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work constructively with researchers and stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
The ability to support and guide others, including mentoring junior staff and contributing to a positive team environment.
Solid technical and computer skills, including data handling, analysis and reporting.
Eligibility Requirements
As part of your application,



we will also require you to submit copies of documents confirming your right to work in Australia (proof of citizenship, permanent residency, or a relevant visa). The successful candidate will also 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, which will be at your expense. A current and valid Western Australian C or C-A (car) class driver's licence, or equivalent is required (if not currently held, must be acquired prior to commencement at applicant's expense).
For further information and requirements for this position, please see the attached Job Description Form (JDF). All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Further information and support
To find out more about the opportunity, please contact Darren Michael, Team Leader Katanning Research Facility , on ************ during office hours or send an email to . We are planning to conduct interviews for shortlisted candidates on the 3 November **** at the DPIRD Head Office (1 Nash St, East Perth). If required, we may also use other assessment methods to gather evidence in relation to the suitability requirements of the position and supplement the field of applications by conducting a candidate search. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this assessment process, or other questions about the recruitment process, please contact our Talent team via or **************.
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📌 Senior Technical Officer (Katanning)
🏢 NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
📍 Katanning