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Principal Biosecurity Officer (Bee Biosecurity and Varroa Management)
Varroa Mite Management; Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity; Biosecurity Queensland; Negotiable Outside Brisbane
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
As a Principal Biosecurity Officer (Bee Biosecurity and Varroa Management) you'll join our team at Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity and find impact you can see everyday. You will build trusted relationships with Stakeholders and collaborate with them to enhance and protect Queensland's beekeeping and pollination reliant industries.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Flexible |
| Job ad reference | QLD/705284/26 |
| Closing date | 09-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Robert Stephens |
| Contact details | Ph: 0407 374 232 Access the National Relay Service |
Biosecurity Queensland (BQ) plays a leadership role in the biosecurity system in collaboration with its stakeholders. BQ leads the Queensland Government's efforts to protect our way of life, environment, biodiversity, human and animal health, industries and economy from plant and animal pest and disease threats.
Through supporting the collective efforts of our stakeholders and all Queenslanders, BQ will continue to protect our state and Australia from emerging plant and animal pests and diseases and effectively manage existing ones.
The Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity (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 the Principal Biosecurity Officer (Bee Biosecurity and Varroa Management), you will:
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure awareness of, and preparedness for, risks, threats and issues facing the bee industry in Queensland.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships, networks and partnerships with government, industry, research organisations and community stakeholders to facilitate effective program outcomes,
• Contribute to departmental, state and national policy development in biosecurity and provide expert advice on bee pests and bee diseases surveillance, control and containment activities.
• Maintain an active overview of state-wide bee pest surveillance, control and containment activities and provide timely reports to managers and stakeholders.
You must possess a:
• A current “C” class drivers' licence.
You will have a keen eye for detail, great time management and effective problem-skilling skills. More than anything, you will have a positive attitude and make a great contribution to our close-knit and connected team.
Why work for us:
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.
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