Hazardous Materials Forensic Officer (Fixed-Term)

Victoria Police; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria Police in Melbourne's Macleod area seeks a Hazardous Materials Management Officer/Forensic Officer (FO-2) on a fixed-term contract to 30 June 2027. You will support FEMU/HMMU/FEDU with exhibits management, safety and QA within hazardous materials handling.

The role requires scientific knowledge (chemistry preferred), OH&S compliance, and experience with records systems and supplier liaison. You will contribute to audits, coordinate destruction of exhibits, and present evidence in court

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification is desirable.
• Demonstrated understanding of forensic science and occupational health & safety.
• Ability to liaise with key suppliers for lab consumables and small equipment.
• Experience with large-volume computerised records systems and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing exhibits and maintain property records.
• Assist in auditing and risk reporting for storage facilities.
• Assist in coordinating the destruction program for seized exhibits.
• Coordinate safety and supervision when working with hazardous materials.
• Maintain and restock equipment and PPE.
• Assist with substance analysis under supervision.
• Maintain scientific equipment and monitor quality performance.
• Present evidence in Courts of Law regarding exhibit tracking/destruction.

Skills

Scientific knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Record keeping

Auditing

Teamwork

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Victoria Police in Melbourne's Macleod area seeks a Hazardous Materials Management Officer/Forensic Officer (FO-2) on a fixed-term contract to 30 June 2027. You will support FEMU/HMMU/FEDU with exhibits management, safety and QA within hazardous materials handling.

The role requires scientific knowledge (chemistry preferred), OH&S compliance, and experience with records systems and supplier liaison. You will contribute to audits, coordinate destruction of exhibits, and present evidence in court