Biosecurity Officer

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Biosecurity Queensland, part of the Queensland Government, seeks a skilled Biosecurity Officer to protect and enhance animal biosecurity and welfare across the state. You will contribute to investigations connected to cattle tick outbreaks and welfare offences under relevant acts.

You will work in a collaborative team, manage priorities, and apply attention to detail while handling livestock, driving a 4WD, and complying with vaccination requirements.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field or equivalent.
• A current 'C' class drivers' licence.
• Vaccination for Q Fever or willing to be vaccinated.
• Ability to handle livestock and operate a 4WD vehicle.
• Previous field experience in animal welfare and disease investigations is highly regarded.
• Keen eye for detail, good time management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational services that protect and enhance animal biosecurity and welfare.
• Investigate reports under the Biosecurity Act 2014 and related acts including cattle tick outbreaks.
• Support responses to biosecurity emergencies and maintain liaison with stakeholders.
• Work as part of a high-performing team and manage priorities to meet deliverables.

Skills

Biosecurity

Investigation

Livestock handling

Field work

Education

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Biosecurity Queensland (BQ) plays a leadership role in the biosecurity system in collaboration with its stakeholders. BQ leads the Queensland Government's efforts to protect our way of life, environment, biodiversity, human and animal health, industries and economy from plant and animal pest and disease threats.Through supporting the collective efforts of our stakeholders and all Queenslanders, BQ will continue to protect our state and Australia from emerging plant and animal pests and diseases and effectively manage existing ones.Animal Biosecurity and Welfare (ABW) supports BQ's efforts to prevent, prepare, respond to, and recover from diseases threatening livestock industries and maintaining access to markets. Our people work together to help mitigate biosecurity risks, uphold standards for animal welfare and animal management and lead the overall DPI response to biosecurity emergency incidents to achieve outcomes consistent with the Department's strategic direction for leadership in animal welfare, exhibited animal, animal management and animal ethics policy and service delivery.As our biosecurity officer, you will provide operational services that protect and enhance animal biosecurity and welfare in Queensland. With Queensland being affected by more biosecurity incursions than any other Australian state or territory, your efforts will be integral in helping the government prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity concerns that threaten our environment and economy. This role is crucial to supporting Biosecurity Queensland investigate reports under the Biosecurity Act 2014, including cattle tick outbreaks and investigating reports under the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 for potential animal welfare offences including Cruelty and Duty of Care for livestock and domestic animals.You will know you're achieving success in the role when you:- are dedicated to protecting and enhancing animal biosecurity and welfare- can manage your own work priorities, ensuring assigned tasks are undertaken promptly and meet the project deliverables- are actively contributing as a member of a high-performing team.There are some qualifications that we see as essential. You must possess a:- It is a mandatory requirement for a technical officer to possess an Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field or equivalent.- A current 'C' class drivers' licence.- This role requires you to be vaccinated for Q Fever or willing to be vaccinated.This role requires the ability to handle livestock and operate a 4WD. Previous field experience with animal welfare and disease investigations is highly regarded. If you do not have field experience, you will bring a good attitude and willingness to learn these aspects of the role.You will have a keen eye for detail, great time management and effective problemskilling skills. More than anything, you will have a positive attitude and make a great contribution to our team.Why work for usLearn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.- Work with passion and purpose- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow- Enjoy interesting, diverse work- Follow your path wherever it leads- Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive- Be part of our one, diverse DPIhttps://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/about/who/peopleFind purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity.Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/701715/26Closing Date: Friday, 16 October 2026This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.