Occupation: Agriculture and primary industries
Location: Melbourne
Reference: VG/102022
As a statutory authority, the VFA has the responsibility of managing Victoria's fisheries resources in a coordinated and strategic way to ensure their ongoing sustainability, while supporting the value they deliver to the commercial, recreational, aquaculture and Indigenous fishing sectors. We work with government and stakeholders to optimise the social, cultural and economic benefits of Victoria's fisheries and aquaculture industries, while promoting sustainable and responsible practices.
The VFA supports the development of sustainable recreational and commercial fishing and aquaculture activities in Victoria and delivers recreational fishing and boating infrastructure projects and programs. We are committed to getting more people fishing by creating opportunities for people of all abilities to try fishing.
Senior Investigator
* Salary: $116,413 - $128,631 (Plus Superannuation)
* Ongoing role
* Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)
* Usual work location: Attwood (flexibility may be available)
This is a special measures role, and only female applicants are eligible to apply as per section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) and section 8(4) of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic). This position aims to address the underrepresentation of women in this field and to achieve substantive equality within our organisation.
The Role
The Senior Investigator reports to the Principal Investigator, Major Fisheries Crime Unit (MFCU) within the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA).
You will also assist in providing support and authoritative advice to the Manager MFCU and undertake a key role in the efficient conduct and management of complex and sensitive fisheries investigations:
* Leading investigation cases and working collaboratively with the team and with Fisheries Officers across the state to promote a positive culture.
* Under Case Management create, monitor, and manage investigation case files for efficient and effective service delivery.
* Full utilisation of the breadth of investigations tools under strict statutory and departmental governance and accountability requirements; and
* Operationally search for and seize evidence, arrest and interview offenders and prepare briefs of evidence for prosecution to disrupt and dismantle organised fisheries crime.
The Team
The position of Senior Investigator, Victorian Fisheries Authority forms a part of the Community Engagement and Major Crime branch within the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
The VFA is a statutory authority established to facilitate the effective management of Victoria's fisheries resources in a coordinated and strategic way that ensures their ongoing sustainability. The VFA functions to ensure that the Government, the recreational and commercial fishing sectors, and the Victorian community can share in and obtain the benefits from sustainable fisheries management.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and qualities:
* A Diploma in Government (Investigations) or qualify within 12 months, or an equivalent qualification that is assessed as meeting the same competency standards
* Promotes organisational goals and demonstrates how to achieve them
* Demonstrated understanding of initial action and contemporary evidence gathering procedures.
* Demonstrated ability to identify and manage law enforcement operational risks
* Demonstrated ability to cooperate and work well with others in pursuit of team goals
Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact Pieter Wildekamp, Manager Major Fisheries Crime on 0459 898 000 or
The Authority is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Authority. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email with the position number in the subject line.
How to Apply
Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close at 23:59pm on 18 June 2026.
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