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Principal Assurance Officer - Operational Capability
GM Operations; National Fire Ant Eradication Program; Biosecurity Queensland; Berrinba
Join the fight to protect our communities and environment! The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is on a mission to eliminate one of Australia’s most invasive pests – the fire ant. These destructive pests pose a serious threat to our way of life, and we need passionate and dedicated individuals to help us stop them in their tracks. Be part of a team making a real difference for Queensland’s future. Together, we can protect our homes, wildlife, & industries. Join us today and help eradicate fire ants for good.
Just imagine what you could achieve with us.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Policy & Planning |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/685749/26 |
| Closing date | 01-May-2026 |
| Job duration | 30 June 2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Tracy Buxton |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3198 8707 or Email: tracy.buxton@dpi.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
The candidate will lead and oversee assurance projects to ensure operational compliance with regulatory requirements, alignment with strategic protocols, and efficient resource utilisation. They will play a key role in developing and implementing best-practice frameworks, policies, and procedures to enhance business processes and service delivery. Additionally, the candidate will provide expert advice, manage staff, and ensure project outputs are delivered effectively while supporting continuous improvement and risk management initiatives.
Key Responsibilities -
• Lead Assurance Projects: Oversee assurance activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, alignment with strategic protocols, and efficient resource utilisation.
• Develop and Implement Best-Practice Frameworks: Create and improve tools, processes, and standards for the Assurance portfolio to drive consistency, transparency, and alignment with organisational and Queensland Government priorities.
• Prepare and Oversee Key Documentation: Manage the preparation of reports, project proposals, procurement plans, and briefing notes to maximise the quality of operational systems, processes, and service delivery.
You may also have
• While there are no mandatory qualifications for this role, relevant tertiary qualifications, skills, or, experience in implementing an assurance framework in a large and diverse organisation, and the ability to write high quality briefing notes, reports, and presentations, would be well regarded.
Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay www.dpi.qld.gov.au/about/who/people
• Work with passion and purpose
• Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
• Enjoy interesting, diverse work
• Follow your path wherever it leads
• Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
• Be part of our united DPI
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and be a part of our ongoing prevention and response to biosecurity threats.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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