Job Overview
The Principal Operational Veterinarian will be a crucial contributor to our high-performing team, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding Queensland's economy, environment, and human and animal health.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct complex animal disease investigations and surveillance activities leveraging professional veterinary expertise and experience.
* Foster team and organisational capability development through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and leadership initiatives.
* Nurture effective relationships with stakeholders across the state, including government, industry, and the community.
* Collaborate with the Manager of Veterinary Operations to develop, implement, and review an annual plan for the Veterinary Operations team.
About Us
Biosecurity plays a vital role in securing agricultural prosperity and preserving environmental health while upholding animal welfare standards.
We maintain access to interstate markets critical for thriving primary industries and support an animal biosecurity system protecting Queensland's economy, environment, lifestyle, and human and animal health.
Our frontline veterinarians use their knowledge to promote and support high standards of animal welfare, public health, and food safety.
A healthy work-life balance is promoted with a typical 7.25-hour workday.