Biosecurity Compliance Investigator

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland); Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) is seeking a Compliance Coordinator for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. You will investigate potential breaches, gather evidence, provide practical compliance advice and work with operational teams to ensure effective enforcement actions.

This hands-on role requires judgement, strong communications, analytical skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders across government, industry and communities to promote biosecurity compliance.

Qualifications

• Investigative skills and knowledge of compliance frameworks.
• Ability to gather, assess and present evidence.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Investigate potential breaches of biosecurity legislation and gather evidence.
• Work with operational teams to carry out risk-based compliance, investigations and enforcement actions; provide clear guidance on biosecurity requirements.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and contribute to improving compliance strategies and procedures.

Skills

Investigation

Compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) is seeking a Compliance Coordinator for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. You will investigate potential breaches, gather evidence, provide practical compliance advice and work with operational teams to ensure effective enforcement actions.

This hands-on role requires judgement, strong communications, analytical skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders across government, industry and communities to promote biosecurity compliance.