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Senior Biosecurity Officer
Operations; Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity; Biosecurity Queensland; Coopers Plains
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
Our mission is to safeguard human, animal & plant health by preventing & managing biosecurity risks such as pests & diseases. Partnering with producers & the community, we conduct surveillance to monitor, detect & address threats while maintaining vital access to interstate markets for QLD’s flourishing primary industries. Additionally, we regulate the safe & compliant use of agricultural & veterinary chemicals.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | TO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/678436/26 |
| Closing date | 23-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Jason Haffenden |
| Contact details | M: 0466 776 275 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
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.
Our Senior Biosecurity Officers are leaders in protecting Queensland's industries and environment. In this role, you will take responsibility for conducting and supervising field-based activities, managing biosecurity risks, ensuring legislative compliance, and supporting trade facilitation. You will work closely with stakeholders to provide expert advice, promote responsible practices, and oversee emergency response efforts.
Key activities include:
- Lead delivery of relevant sections of the Operational work plan including surveillance, inspections, and audits to detect, manage, and respond to biosecurity risks such as plant pests, diseases, and chemical misuse.
- Provide technical advice to stakeholders, promote compliance with biosecurity and chemical use legislation, and support trade facilitation through inspections and certification schemes.
- Conduct compliance assessments across a diverse range of industry stakeholders, prepare technical reports, and assist in preparing briefs of evidence for cases of serious non-compliance.
- Oversee the administration and enforcement of legislation such as the Biosecurity Act 2014, Chemical Usage (Agricultural and Veterinary) Control Act 1988, Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control Act 1966 and relevant sections of the Drugs Misuse Act 1981
- Mentor and support team members, fostering a safety and professional development within the team.
- Participate in emergency response efforts, including fieldwork in remote areas .
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
- 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 one, diverse DPI
https://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/about/who/people
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity.
Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
It is a requirement for all Biosecurity Queensland positions to have a criminal history check completed.
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.
There are two permanent positions available.
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