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Regional Biosecurity Lead North
Strategy Investment and Performance; Biosecurity Queensland; Far North Queensland, Townsville, Cairns, North West Qld
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We are looking for a Regional Biosecurity Lead North to join our Biosecurity Queensland team to
• Effectively engage with key regional stakeholders & act as conduit between local governments, industry & the regional communities to identify biosecurity priorities within the region.
• Provide expert, strategic advice & support to the Minister, Director-General & Chief Biosecurity Officer & programs to enable Biosecurity Queensland to provide statewide leadership in Biosecurity.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | SO |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld,Cairns region,Far North Qld,Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/610703/24 |
| Closing date | 14-Feb-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ben Westake |
| Contact details | Phone : 0403 856 192 Access the National Relay Service |
As our Regional Biosecurity Lead North you will be responsible for driving high-level strategic advice & engagement activities for Biosecurity Queensland.
You will know you're achieving success in the role when you:
• Are dedicated to successfully & strategically engaging with local governments, industry and the regional communities to support Biosecurity initiatives.
• Effectively advocate for Biosecurity Queensland's interests, provide advice & counsel to the Minister, Director-General and Chief Biosecurity Officer, and programs on Biosecurity matters.
• Are actively contributing & leading a high-performing regionally dispersed team.
• Manage, lead & champion high-level Biosecurity initiatives throughout the relevant regions.
• Establish a stronger ongoing regional presence for Biosecurity Queensland through the establishment of regional hubs.
Biosecurity Queensland plays a vital role in securing the state's agricultural prosperity and preserving and protecting the health of our environment and economy. We are dedicated to safeguarding both human and animal health by preventing and mitigating plant and animal pests and diseases. We work tirelessly to uphold a high level of animal welfare standards and maintain access to interstate markets, critical for Queensland's thriving primary industries. Biosecurity Queensland monitors and regulates the application of agricultural and veterinary chemicals, ensuring they are used safely and in compliance with legislation. With a commitment to developing capabilities and preparedness, we are at the forefront of protecting Queensland against biosecurity risks.
Strategy, Investment and Performance (SIP) delivers a range of services to support Biosecurity Queensland (BQ). SIP partners with BQ program areas to provide specialised advice on best business practice and technology to serve internal (and sometimes external) customers and business stakeholders.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/610703/24
Closing Date: Friday, 14 February 2025
Further information
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