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Gaps Officer
GM Operations; National Fire Ant Eradication Program; Biosecurity Queensland; Virginia, Laidley, Mutdapilly, Burleigh
Join the fight to protect our communities and environment! The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is on a mission to eliminate one of Australia's most invasive pests - the fire ant. These destructive pests pose a serious threat to our way of life, and we need passionate and dedicated individuals to help us stop them in their tracks. Be part of a team making a real difference for Queensland's future. Together, we can protect our homes, wildlife, and industries. Join us today and help eradicate fire ants for good.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West,Logan - Beaudesert,Moreton Bay - South,Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/706942/26 |
| Closing date | 24-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | 30 June 2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Funafuti Elisara |
| Contact details | Phone: 0455 597 915 Access the National Relay Service |
Four opportunities are available across our various depot locations to join the National Fire Ant Eradication Program as a Gaps Officer. You'll coordinate projects, analyse information and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to address gaps in eradication activities. You'll also share insights and present on key issues, helping protect Queensland's communities, environment and agricultural industries.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Experience coordinating projects, data and stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
- Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in a fast-paced program or operational environment.
- Coordinate projects, priorities and stakeholders to deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes.
- Build strong relationships across teams, government and external stakeholders.
- Analyse data, research trends and identify risks and emerging issues to support decision-making.
- Prepare clear reports, briefings, correspondence and practical recommendations.
- Monitor progress, maintain accurate records and manage information using data systems.
- Support compliance activities, meetings and broader Program priorities.
- Bring strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
We're looking for someone who enjoys bringing people, information and priorities together to get results.
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.
Please see the role description for further information.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/706942/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
There are four temporary full-time positions available until 30/6/2027 with possible extension.
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