Program Manager (Primary Produce Safety) (703071)

Tasmanian Government; Launceston; On-site; AUD 134,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Tasmanian Government, through the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania, seeks a Program Manager to lead the Primary Produce Safety Program across Tasmania’s agricultural sectors.

You will drive a science-and-risk-based approach to compliance with local legislation and national standards, enabling industry to enhance safety and access diverse markets. This two-year fixed-term appointment offers a competitive salary and strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PrimaryProduce Safety Program to ensure Tasmania’s primary production and processing sectors produce safe food in compliance with Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety legislation and applicable national food safety standards.
• Enable industry to develop and maintain its food safety capacity; facilitate market access.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Program Manager (Primary Produce Safety) (703071)

Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Biosecurity Tasmania

Applications must be submitted by Monday 16 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Monday 16 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

General Stream Band 7 - Tasmanian State Service Award

$133,696 to $140,687 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South, North, North West, Statewide, To be negotiated

Location:

Hobart, Launceston or Devonport

Lead the PrimaryProduce Safety Program in ensuring Tasmania’s primary production and processing sectors produce safe food through complying with the Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety legislation and applicable national food safety standards.

About the role

The purpose of the role is to lead the PrimaryProduce Safety Program in ensuring Tasmania’s primary production and processing sectors produce safe food through complying with the Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety legislation and applicable national food safety standards. Achieving this requires a science and risk-based approach aligned with the national Food Regulatory System which:

• enables industry to develop and maintain its food safety capacity; and
• facilitates market access.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight (minimum 58.80 hours, by negotiation).

Period of appointment

2 years.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.

We offer

By choosing a career with us, you are choosing to do meaningful work, protecting this meaningful place.

We offer a strong work/life balance, competitive salaries, career advancement opportunities, leave entitlements and health and wellbeing initiatives. We have office locations around the state, making it possible to work with us from wherever you are in Tasmania.

About us

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of "delivering a sustainable Tasmania" where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced and safety is paramount.

We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We understand that work/life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That's why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of advertising, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania

Award:

General Stream Band 7 - Tasmanian State Service Award

$133,696 to $140,687 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South, North, North West, Statewide, To be negotiated

Location:

Hobart, Launceston or Devonport

Lead the PrimaryProduce Safety Program in ensuring Tasmania’s primary production and processing sectors produce safe food through complying with the Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety legislation and applicable national food safety standards.

Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania

Award:

General Stream Band 7 - Tasmanian State Service Award

$133,696 to $140,687 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South, North, North West, Statewide, To be negotiated

Location:

Hobart, Launceston or Devonport

Lead the PrimaryProduce Safety Program in ensuring Tasmania’s primary production and processing sectors produce safe food through complying with the Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety legislation and applicable national food safety standards.