Senior Biosecurity Officer - Cattle Tick Investigations

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Senior Biosecurity Officer (Cattle Tick) to join the Animal Biosecurity and Welfare team in Central West Queensland. You will help prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity threats affecting livestock and the state’s economy.

You will handle field duties, manage priorities, and work within a high-performing team, bringing attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills while adhering to relevant legislation and internal procedures.

Qualifications

• A current “C” class drivers' licence.
• Field experience with livestock and disease investigations is highly regarded.
• Willingness to learn livestock handling and 4WD operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational services to protect and enhance animal biosecurity and welfare in Queensland.
• Investigate reports under the Biosecurity Act 2014 and related legislation.
• Assist with compliance activities and prepare evidence for investigations and court briefs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking a Senior Biosecurity Officer (Cattle Tick) to join the Animal Biosecurity and Welfare team in Central West Queensland. You will help prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity threats affecting livestock and the state’s economy.

You will handle field duties, manage priorities, and work within a high-performing team, bringing attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills while adhering to relevant legislation and internal procedures.