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Regional Customer Services Officer
Department of Primary Industries and Regions
Job reference: 845196
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Regional Customer Services Officers within the Department of Primary Industries and Regions.

In this role, you will partner with PIRSA Business Divisions to deliver high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective administrative and business services, while contributing to targeted business improvement initiatives. You will play a key role in supporting PIRSA’s strategic priorities, ensuring the organisation remains modern, flexible, and responsive, while building strong connections with industry, stakeholders, and regional communities.

Key Responsibilities

The Regional Customer Services Officer contributes to the effective ongoing delivery of the Branch’s, and the Division’s operations and functions, which underpins the strategic objectives of the Agency. In this capacity, this role provides effective and responsive, front counter customer service delivery, administrative, project / program and business support to PIRSA operational staff.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Strong customer service skills with a focus on responsiveness and quality outcomes
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships
  • Proven ability to manage administrative tasks, transactions, and competing priorities
  • A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and problem-solving
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Experience using business systems and confidence working with processes, compliance, and financial administration

Why Join PIRSA?

At PIRSA, we are committed to fostering a modern, flexible, and inclusive workplace that values its people. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes for South Australia’s primary industries and regional communities, while growing your skills in a supportive environment.

About Us

South Australia is internationally recognised for the quality of its agriculture, food, and wine. Our regions are the backbone of our state and the economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians.

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is 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.

We are a passionate team of around 800 people working 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!

Benefits

At the Department of Primary Industries and Regions, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Department of Primary Industries and Regions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age.

Special Conditions

  • Successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete a National Police Check (NPC) prior to being made an offer of employment.
  • Opportunity up to December 2026
  • Casual opportunity, irregular hours as required

Requirements

  • The incumbent is required to understand the role of government and the culture and business of PIRSA and must also demonstrate a sound understanding of administrative processes and practices.
  • Possession of a current driver’s licence and willingness to drive.
  • Out of hours work and inter / intrastate travel may be required.
  • Australian residency or current works permit is required (responsibility of applicant to provide evidence of a current work permit).
  • You acknowledge your work, health and safety obligations and our expectations when applying for a role.

Remuneration
ASO2 - $32.82 min - $34.33 max hourly, plus 25% Casual Loading and superannuation

Enquiries

Nerissa Sneath

Acting Regional Customer Services Coordinator
Phone: 0880851725
Email: nerissa.sneath@sa.gov.au


Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au

 

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see the attached applicant instructions, and outline your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Customer Orientation and Communication capabilities of the attached role description.

Applicants must include the contact information of at least 2 referees with 1 being your immediate supervisor/manager and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.


Applications close: 05/06/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Application Guidelines#2.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - Regional Customer Services ASO2 - Casual Pool#2.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.