Job Title: Senior Biosecurity Officer
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Biosecurity Officer to join our high-performance team at Animal Biosecurity and Welfare Operational team.
* Addressing issues of high biosecurity risk/complexity and/or requiring specialist technical capability.
* Gathering evidence for investigations of potential legislative breaches, including field observations, sample collection, witness statements/interviews.
* Undertaking compliance activities under the Queensland legislation: Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 and the Biosecurity Act 2014.
* Having thorough knowledge and skills relating to administration and compliance with relevant legislation and internal procedures and systems.
* Participating in disease surveillance and emergency response activities, which may include collecting samples from live and deceased animals.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess:
* Thorough knowledge and skills relating to administration and compliance with relevant legislation and internal procedures and systems.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* High level of discretion and confidentiality.
Benefits
As a Senior Biosecurity Officer, you will enjoy:
* A competitive salary and benefits package.
* The opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* A collaborative and supportive team environment.
Others
Applications will remain current for 12 months.