Apply now to become a Biosecurity Officer - Department of Agriculture

We are now recruiting

We are looking for people who care about keeping Australia free of damaging pests and diseases.

As a Biosecurity Officer, you will make a valuable contribution to Australia’s agricultural, fisheries, food and forestry industries.

If you enjoy working as part of a team and want to help safeguard Australia’s natural resources, a career as a Biosecurity Officer may interest you.

We are looking for people from diverse backgrounds and encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

You could be a great fit if you are:

inquisitive and curious
focused with a great attention to detail
decisive, in line with legislation, with the ability to notice things others may not
committed to demonstrating the highest levels of integrity
professional and people focused
keen to learn and be part of an organisation that will help you develop and grow.

On any given day you might find yourself:

assessing documents for imported or exported commodities
inspecting people, goods, aircraft and ships to safeguard Australia’s biosecurity and export markets
managing items that don’t comply with our biosecurity legislation
representing the department as a regulator, upholding and explaining policies to industry, passengers or stakeholders
answering questions and providing advice about biosecurity risk items such as food, meat and plant material.

As well as usual benefits, you’ll enjoy:

a career that is challenging and rewarding, with variety and a real sense of responsibility
the opportunity to grow your career in a large and diverse organisation
training, development and support to succeed
the opportunity to make a difference every day.

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