Community-Driven Biosecurity Field Officer

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW; Coonamble; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW – Coonamble NSW is seeking a Biosecurity Officer to support landholders in pest animal and biosecurity management across the region. You’ll conduct field activities, provide practical advice, and ensure compliance with regulations to protect the agricultural landscape and natural ecosystems.

In this hands-on role you will engage stakeholders, assist with surveillance and emergency response, and maintain accurate records while

Qualifications

• Must have field experience in biosecurity or pest management.
• Accreditation in biosecurity and relevant investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and regulatory activities for pest and disease management
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity legislation and regulations
• Engage with customers and stakeholders on biosecurity initiatives
• Support surveillance, investigation, and emergency response efforts
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to program evaluation
• Engage diverse stakeholders while applying regulations
• Balance planned activities with immediate biosecurity needs

Skills

Field work

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Biosecurity accreditation

Certificate IV in Government Investigations

Job description

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development NSW – Coonamble NSW is seeking a Biosecurity Officer to support landholders in pest animal and biosecurity management across the region. You’ll conduct field activities, provide practical advice, and ensure compliance with regulations to protect the agricultural landscape and natural ecosystems.

In this hands-on role you will engage stakeholders, assist with surveillance and emergency response, and maintain accurate records while