Senior Biosecurity Officer — Safeguarding Queensland's Future

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland); Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) (DPI) is recruiting a Senior Biosecurity Officer to join the Invasive Plants and Animals program. You will work with a team of biosecurity officers to protect Queensland from invasive biosecurity threats in partnership with stakeholders and regulate the Biosecurity Act 2014.

The role requires travel within the state, willingness to work outside core hours, and a dedication to mitigating invasive species impacts on the economy and environment.

Qualifications

• Possess an Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or higher qualification) in a relevant field or equivalent.
• Possess a current "C" class drivers' licence.
• Commit to obtain vaccinations (or provide evidence of prior vaccinations) for diseases such as Q fever.
• This role requires intrastate travel and willingness to work outside normal business hours.
• A criminal history check is required for all Biosecurity Queensland positions.

Responsabilités

• Deliver operational services to protect Queensland from the impacts of high‑risk invasive species.
• Regulate the Biosecurity Act 2014 to prevent introduction, keeping and movement of invasive species.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prevent, respond to and recover from incursions.
• Work as a senior member of a high‑performing team with dedication to protecting economy and environment.

Formation

Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or higher qualification) in a relevant field or equivalent

Description du poste

Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) (DPI) is recruiting a Senior Biosecurity Officer to join the Invasive Plants and Animals program. You will work with a team of biosecurity officers to protect Queensland from invasive biosecurity threats in partnership with stakeholders and regulate the Biosecurity Act 2014.

The role requires travel within the state, willingness to work outside core hours, and a dedication to mitigating invasive species impacts on the economy and environment.