Job description
Agency Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Work unit Animal Welfare Branch - Biosecurity and Animal
Welfare
Job title Animal Welfare Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $90,946 - $95,468 Location Darwin
Position number 17883 RTF Closing 12/03/2026
Contact officer Matthew Grambeau, Manager on or
About the agency Apply online APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or
job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go
to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
To provide a high standard of investigation and enforcement of the Animal Protection Act 2018 as well as administrative support to
the Animal Welfare Branch.
Context statement
To ensure that animals are treated humanely, to prevent cruelty to animals and to promote community awareness about the welfare
of animals across the Northern Territory, particularly in remote communities.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Conducting inspections in accordance with the Animal Protection Act 2018 (the Act).
2. Providing advice to animal owners and key stakeholders with respect to compliance with the Act.
3. Identifying and investigating possible breaches of the Act, and where necessary assisting with the preparation of prosecution
briefs.
4. Preparing written inspection reports and briefs which are accurate and to a high standard.
5. Providing evidence in matters that proceed to court.
6. Providing administrative support to the Animal Welfare Branch, including data entry, record maintenance and general
administrative office duties where required.
7. Assist in the ongoing development and implementation of best practice procedures and policy to support the continuous
improvement of the Animal Welfare Branch.
8. Support emergency disease and pest responses in the Northern Territory through provision of a specific management role or
other roles in the control centre.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in working in a high pressure and stressful environment with compliance and enforcement being a
core function.
2. Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret legislation and provide meaningful advice within a regulatory environment.
3. Experience in undertaking investigations and a sound understanding of the techniques and procedures used for evidence
collection in the investigation of offences in accordance with the rules of evidence.
4. Highly developed written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills that contribute positively to a small team and
organisational skills, including time management and an ability to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner.
5. Demonstrated computer literacy in word processing packages, spreadsheets, databases, PowerPoint, Content Manager (TRM)
and internet research.
6. Good level of physical fitness with a proven ability to conduct fieldwork effectively and safely in remote locations under minimal
supervision with an understanding and commitment to work health and safety standards.
7. Ability to interact effectively with people of diverse cultures.
8. Must have a current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence.
Desirable
1. Knowledge and understanding of the Animal Welfare environment.
2. A Certificate IV in Government Investigations.
3. Experience in dealing with stock, wildlife and companion animals.
Further information
There may be a requirement to travel to and work in remote communities.