Logistics Manager

The Opportunity

PIRSA is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to support the delivery of South Australia's emergency animal disease preparedness and response capability. This is an opportunity to lead the logistics function within the HPAI Response Program, coordinating resources, procurement, facilities and support services required to enable effective program delivery. The role will play a key part in ensuring operational readiness through effective planning, resource management and collaboration across government and industry stakeholders.

How You'll Make a Difference

As the Logistics Manager, you will:

• Lead and coordinate the logistics function for PIRSA's Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Response Program, ensuring resources, facilities, services and materials are available to support preparedness, response and recovery activities.

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Program's logistics team, enabling the effective delivery of logistics services in a dynamic and complex response environment.

• Forecast, source and manage human, financial and physical resources, ensuring operational priorities are supported and resources are deployed efficiently and effectively.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with government agencies, service providers, industry partners and other stakeholders to coordinate logistics support and achieve response objectives.

• Monitor resource requirements, identify emerging risks and develop practical solutions to support informed decision-making and operational continuity.

• Drive continuous improvement by strengthening logistics systems, processes and service delivery arrangements that enhance emergency preparedness and response capability.

About You

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in logistics, procurement, resource management or a related field, ideally within an emergency management, incident response or complex operational environment.

• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support teams, delegate effectively and deliver outcomes in changing and often high-pressure environments.

• Strong organisational and planning skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate resources and meet critical deadlines.

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess requirements, identify risks and develop practical logistics solutions.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships, negotiate outcomes and collaborate across diverse groups.

• A proactive, adaptable and customer-focused approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence. Experience in emergency management, biosecurity or incident management environments will be highly regarded.

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.

• 12-month opportunity available.

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• 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.

• The incumbent will be required to undertake emergency management training and must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.

• PIRSA works under the South Australian government's Protective Security framework. By applying for this role, you consent to obtaining and being screened under the process of a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Remuneration
ASO6 - $105,747 min - $111,854 max per annum, plus superannuation

Enquiries
Bradley Webber
Manager Biosecurity Business Services
Phone: +61884294***
Email: ***************@sa.gov.au
Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online through iworkfor.sa.gov.au

Click “Apply” to be directed to the IWFSA website listing, alternatively search for vacancy number 853421 in the keyword search bar at iworkfor.sa.gov.au

If you're interested in this opportunity, please review the applicant guidelines and outline your skills and experience in relation to the following capabilities from the Role Description: 1. Professional and Technical Knowledge, 2. Planning and Organising (Work Management), and 3. Leading and Motivating Others.

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.

Application Guidelines, Role Description and Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector can be found on the IWFSA job listing.