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Senior Biosecurity Officer
Operations; Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity; Biosecurity Queensland; Toowoomba
We are looking for a Senior Biosecurity Officer to join our high performing team at Plant Biosecurity & Product Integrity to:
• help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity
• be a part of our ongoing prevention and response to biosecurity threats.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | TO4 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/648475/25 |
| Closing date | 28-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2026 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Jason Haffenden |
| Contact details | Phone: 0466 776 275 Access the National Relay Service |
Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity (PBPI) - The PBPI Program has an integral role in delivering BQ's vision of leading the delivery of innovative, customer focused biosecurity services for Queensland. The Program's goal is to protect Queensland's agricultural industries, environment and communities from plant pests and diseases, and facilitate trade in high quality, safe agricultural products.
As our Senior Biosecurity Officer, you will provide operational services that protect and enhance biosecurity in Queensland. With Queensland being affected by more biosecurity incursions than any other Australian state or territory, your efforts will be integral in helping the government prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity concerns that threaten our environment and economy.
You will know you're achieving success in the role when you:
- are contributing to the protection of Queensland's biosecurity system(s) by conducting field-based monitoring, surveillance, auditing, and treatment activities, gathering information, and recording evidence to assist investigations of potential legislative breaches (in line with operational plans).
- work with external stakeholders to facilitate their legislative compliance in managing biosecurity risks associated with plant pests and diseases, and promotion of responsible Agvet chemical use
- are actively contributing as a member of a high-performing team.
For further information about this position and details on how to apply, please refer to the Role Description.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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