Senior Compliance Coordinator

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Queensland is seeking a Biosecurity Compliance Officer to supervise inspectors and ensure compliance with biosecurity laws. This role involves leading investigations, developing stakeholder relationships, and making a tangible impact in the community by contributing to the eradication of fire ants. The ideal candidate will have strong evidence-gathering skills and experience in biosecurity compliance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive superannuation

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of legal requirements of an authorized officer under biosecurity legislation.
• Experience in intelligence-led investigations.
• Ability to explain compliance requirements for biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teams of Biosecurity Inspectors.
• Lead investigations of biosecurity breaches.
• Manage regulatory actions under biosecurity laws.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders for eradication efforts.

Skills

Intelligence and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools

Evidence gathering

Clear report writing

Education

Queensland Biosecurity Authorised Inspector appointment

Knowledge of biosecurity legislation

Job description

Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is Australia’s largest ever eradication program. Eradicating fire ants is a national priority, and this is your opportunity to join us and make a real difference. You will work with a team of passionate individuals to have visible impact in your community and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teams of Biosecurity Inspectors to achieve outcomes consistent with the compliance plan and Human-Assisted Spread Mitigation Strategy 2022-2027 for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program.
• Use various Intelligence and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools to gather, analyse, and interpret complex data related to fire ant eradication efforts.
• Lead and direct investigations of alleged breaches of Biosecurity legislation including planning, gathering evidence, conducting interviews, collecting witness statements, and preparing court briefs in conjunction with Biosecurity Queensland Investigations Unit, and accordance with the policies and procedures.
• Recommend, initiate, and manage appropriate enforcement and movement control action under the Biosecurity Act 2014 and Biosecurity Regulation 2016, including assessing, recommending, and taking regulatory action on significant fire ant detections.
• Plan and allocate compliance tasks in line with the compliance plan and Human-Assisted Spread Mitigation Strategy 2022-2027 for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program.
• Review and update operational procedures to ensure achievement of the program's goals and in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Regularly report to the Principal Compliance Coordinator on intelligence related activities.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships, networks and partnerships with stakeholders, including government, community and industry leaders to facilitate the eradication of Red Imported Fire Ant.
• Foster a culture that values individual and team performance and strives for continuous improvement and efficiencies in meeting the objectives of the National Fire Ant Eradication Program.
• Adapt to change and readily modify operational practices accordingly.

Qualifications

• Appointment as a Queensland Biosecurity Authorised Inspector or strong knowledge of the legal requirements of an authorised officer under a relevant Act or Regulation would be highly regarded.
• Experience in intelligence-led investigations.
• Experience in explaining compliance requirements to encourage voluntary compliance with biosecurity requirements.
• Excellent information, evidence gathering and analysis skills, including the ability to write clear reports/statements of fact and recommendations.

Benefits

• Have visible impact in your community and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.
• Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation.
• A variety of fantastic leave benefits, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
• Access to confidential and free counselling for you and your immediate family members through our Employee Assistance Program.
• We are committed to preventing violence against women and are proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace.

Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity. Visit to learn more about us and what we do.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group

Administration