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Senior Property Officer
People & Client Services Branch; Corporate Operations; Forensic Science Queensland; Coopers Plains
Looking for a role where attention to detail can make a real difference? Join Forensic Science Queensland as a Senior Property Officer and play an important part in supporting Queensland's criminal justice system. You'll help safely and securely manage forensic exhibits, protect their integrity and maintain accurate records and continuity throughout their journey.
Working alongside a dedicated team, you'll contribute to a high-quality forensic service where accuracy, professionalism and integrity matter every day.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Sciences |
| Classification | CA5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/702969/26 |
| Closing date | 15-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | 6 months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Nicole Greenway |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3025 4518 Access the National Relay Service |
Senior Property Officer
Forensic Property Point I Forensic Science Queensland
Make a difference through work that supports Queensland's criminal justice system. As a Senior Property Officer with Forensic Science Queensland, you'll help ensure forensic exhibits are managed safely, securely and accurately, maintaining the integrity and continuity needed to support forensic testing and court proceedings.
You'll join a dedicated team at Coopers Plains where attention to detail, teamwork and integrity are essential. This is a unique opportunity to build your specialist knowledge while contributing to work that has a genuine impact on the Queensland community.
Why join us?
- Make a meaningful contribution to Queensland's criminal justice system and community.
- Join a supportive and collaborative specialist forensic team.
- Develop your skills and knowledge in forensic property and evidence management.
- Work in a role where accuracy, integrity and quality genuinely matter.
- Access Queensland Government employment benefits and professional development opportunities.
- Salary range + superannuation details can be found on the attached job description.
Your role:
- Manage the receipt, registration, storage, movement, return and disposal of forensic exhibits and specimens.
- Maintain accurate records and documented continuity to protect the integrity of forensic evidence.
- Safely handle a range of forensic materials, including biological specimens, illicit drugs and other physical evidence.
- Prioritise workloads and support efficient day-to-day operations within the Forensic Property Point.
- Provide professional and responsive service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Use laboratory and information systems to accurately record and track forensic exhibits.
- Support quality assurance, audits and continuous improvement activities.
- Share knowledge and support the training and development of team members.
- Prepare continuity statements and provide evidence in court when required.
About you:
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
- Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confident working independently and collaboratively within a busy team environment.
- Strong communication and stakeholder service skills.
- Comfortable following detailed procedures and handling sensitive forensic material and information.
You'll be working in a forensic environment where some exhibits and information relate to deaths and serious criminal offences and may be confronting or sensitive. Professionalism, confidentiality, resilience and respectful handling of forensic material are important requirements of the role.
Ready to use your skills in a role that makes a difference?
Join Forensic Science Queensland and help protect the integrity of forensic evidence while supporting high-quality services for Queensland's criminal justice system
Contact Nicole Greenway on (07) 3025 4518 for more information
For further information about the position, please refer to the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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