Chief Veterinary & Animal Biosecurity Director

ArtSupport; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia invites applications for the newly established Director Animal Biosecurity and Chief Veterinary Officer. This 12-month fixed term appointment leads state-wide policy, programs and emergency readiness in animal health and biosecurity.

The successful candidate will provide trusted veterinary and technical advice, engage with national and international forums, and drive strategic outcomes with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Extensive strategic expertise developing and delivering animal biosecurity programs.
• Executive leadership to influence government policy.
• Strong analytical skills to anticipate risks and drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead state-wide animal biosecurity and policy initiatives.
• Provide trusted veterinary and technical advice to stakeholders.
• Represent WA at national and international forums on animal health.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic policy

Animal biosecurity

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in Western Australia invites applications for the newly established Director Animal Biosecurity and Chief Veterinary Officer. This 12-month fixed term appointment leads state-wide policy, programs and emergency readiness in animal health and biosecurity.

The successful candidate will provide trusted veterinary and technical advice, engage with national and international forums, and drive strategic outcomes with stakeholders