Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 863466
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: PO2
Salary Range: $94,769 - $109,787 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 17 November 2026

About the Opportunity

The FDA Laboratory Technology Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing forensic DNA laboratory operations, ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality forensic testing services while maintaining compliance with accreditation, quality, and legislative requirements. The role provides technical leadership in the implementation and ongoing development of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), the evaluation and integration of new technologies, methods, instruments, and test kits, and the continuous improvement of laboratory quality systems. The position supervises and supports staff through workforce planning, rostering, training, and professional development, while also undertaking specialised and complex DNA analyses on forensic samples. In addition, the role manages laboratory resources and workflows, investigates quality incidents, contributes to validation and verification projects, and works collaboratively to foster a positive, safe, and inclusive workplace culture that supports operational excellence and continuous improvement within Forensic DNA Analysis services.

About the Business

Forensic Science SA (FSSA) provides a comprehensive, coordinated range of services to agencies associated with the justice system including the State Coroner, South Australia Police (SAPOL), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and defence and civil litigants.

We are part of the Attorney General’s Department and the Director,



FSSA reports to the Executive Director Finance, People and Performance. Within FSSA there are four scientific/medico-legal operational areas: Pathology, Chemistry, Biology and Toxicology, each analysing materials using a diverse range of scientific equipment and processes.

The operational areas are supported by Administration, Information Technology and Projects, Facilities and Services and Quality, who each provide underpinning services in support of the operational areas.

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

- Employment-related Screening Check required.
- Some out of hours work may be required.
- Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
- Appropriate degree in science (or other related discipline) or an appropriate university qualification (including a post-graduate qualification) in a professional discipline.
- Some out of hour’s work may be required to respond to urgent SA Police and Coronial casework.
- Interstate travel may be required for training, research, or career development activity.




- Incumbent must provide a reference DNA sample so that their DNA profile can be generated and stored on an elimination DNA

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Chris Hefford, Leader Biology Exam and Analysis, Forensic Science SA on View phone number on redirect.jobsurf.com.au or View email address on redirect.jobsurf.com.au

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website

Applications close: 17/11/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Job Application Pack.pdf
- PO2 FDA Laboratory Technology Supervisor Oct 2026.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Forensic DNA Analysis Laboratory Technology Supervisor (Adelaide)
🏢 Attorney-General's Department
📍 Adelaide