Strategic Veterinary Policy & Biosecurity Leader

Northern Territory Government; Darwin; On-site; AUD 157,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Relocation assistance

Training & onboarding

Superannuation 12%

Job summary

Northern Territory Government is seeking a Senior Professional Officer 2 in Darwin. This is a full-time, ongoing role in Livestock Biosecurity – Biosecurity and Animal Welfare, aimed at protecting livestock industries, strengthening market access and shaping national biosecurity policy.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, regulatory oversight and stakeholder engagement with regular travel across the Territory and potentially interstate/international travel.

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinarian with government/regulatory or industry experience.
• Experience leading small specialist teams andStakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in livestock biosecurity, regulatory oversight and policy development.
• Lead veterinary and biosecurity professionals and build cross‑sector relationships.
• Engage stakeholders across government, industry and international trade networks.
• Travel across the Territory, including overnight stays and some interstate/international travel.

Job description

Northern Territory Government is seeking a Senior Professional Officer 2 in Darwin. This is a full-time, ongoing role in Livestock Biosecurity – Biosecurity and Animal Welfare, aimed at protecting livestock industries, strengthening market access and shaping national biosecurity policy.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, regulatory oversight and stakeholder engagement with regular travel across the Territory and potentially interstate/international travel.