Senior Veterinary Officer: Biosecurity & Policy Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health funds

AVIS vehicle hire

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania is seeking a Senior Veterinary Officer to lead Biosecurity Tasmania's Animal Biosecurity and Welfare Section. You will provide high level epidemiological analysis, strategic advice to senior leaders and direct investigations of animal disease events.

You will manage resources, drive state-wide animal health policy, contribute to national strategies and mentor staff in a dynamic, field- and office-based role that supports primary industries

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in animal biosecurity and welfare, epidemiological analysis and disease investigation.
• Proven leadership experience mentoring staff and managing teams.
• Ability to prepare offence documentation and assist in prosecutions in court.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for authoritative advice on complex issues.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level strategic advice on epidemiology, disease management and investigations.
• Lead the Animal Biosecurity and Welfare Section including resource management.
• Direct and coordinate investigations of animal disease events and public health matters.
• Manage terrestrial animal health and welfare policy at state level.
• Contribute to national animal health and welfare strategies and policies.

Skills

Animal biosecurity

Epidemiological analysis

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Science degree

Job description

Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania is seeking a Senior Veterinary Officer to lead Biosecurity Tasmania's Animal Biosecurity and Welfare Section. You will provide high level epidemiological analysis, strategic advice to senior leaders and direct investigations of animal disease events.

You will manage resources, drive state-wide animal health policy, contribute to national strategies and mentor staff in a dynamic, field- and office-based role that supports primary industries