Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A government regulatory body in Brisbane is seeking an Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports. This role involves conducting independent reviews of regulatory systems and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in veterinary science or regulatory fields and excellent communication skills. This position offers a part-time contract and a focus on accountability in critical sectors for rural Australia.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary science, regulation, livestock production and exports, or similar disciplines.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and export regulation.
• Proven ability to communicate and influence at the highest levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent reviews of regulatory systems.
• Report on compliance and recommend improvements.
• Engage with government, industry, and the public.

Job description

Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports

Department of Agriculture Fisheries & Foresty

Brisbane, QLD

Part-time

On-Site

1 year

Salary not disclosed

Posted on the 3rd Oct 2025

Inspector-General of Animal Welfare and Live Animal Exports (IGAWLAE)

The Australian Government is seeking an independent candidate to monitor live animal export regulation by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. As the IGAWLAE, you’ll undertake independent reviews to increase accountability for and transparency of compliance with legislation and standards in a sector vital to rural Australia.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct independent reviews of regulatory systems.
• Report on compliance and recommend improvements.
• Engage with government, industry, and the public.
• Experience in veterinary science, regulation, livestock production and exports, or similar disciplines.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and export regulation.
• Proven ability to communicate and influence at the highest levels.

Remuneration:As determined by the Remuneration Tribunal.

Apply now via the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s website.

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