• Multiple casual roles available for an immediate start
• Location: Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute (EMAI), Menangle
• Salary from $33.69 to $40.26 per hour + entitlements (Technical Assistant Grade 1-3)

The salary offered to the successful candidate will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award and the Technical Staff Merit Progression Guidelines.

About the Role
Step into a hands-on role supporting animal house operations at the State’s premier biosecurity facility. You’ll work with housed livestock and laboratory animals, ensuring their welfare and providing daily care and husbandry.

You’ll assist with:

• Preparing and handling samples for testing
• Routine diagnostic procedures
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and care within the facility
• Preparing reagents, equipment, and materials required for animal care and laboratory use
• Supporting specimen collection

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and is passionate about animal care, agriculture, and biosecurity.

What We’re Looking For

• Practical skills and hands-on experience in agriculture, science, or a related field
• Previous experience caring for and handling animals is highly desirable
• Able to carry out physical work in varying environmental conditions
• Attentive to detail and able to collect accurate data
• A team player who can also work independently
• Weekend work will be required on a rostered basis.

Essential requirements

• Qualifications in accordance with Part 2 (xv) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award

Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and purpose-driven team protecting the future of farming and biosecurity in NSW. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to gain further hands-on experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

💬 For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Shayne Fell, Title

📞 02 4640 6385.

📧 [email protected]

🔗 Click here to view the full role description

👉 How to Apply

Please apply via our online portal and submit:

• ✅ A CV (approx. 2 pages)
• ✅ A cover letter (approx. 1 page)
  * Tell us why you're the ideal candidate and how your skills and experience align with this hands-on role.

📅 Applications Close: Thursday 26 June 2025, at 11:55pm

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to [email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

🔎 The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and 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, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds – including but not limited to gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.

As a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, DPIRD is dedicated 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 [email protected] or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

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