Deputy Chief Plant Biosecurity Officer

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Clearcompany Full time
18 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia's regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors.

In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA's economy, community and environment.


Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position, therefore, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.

DPIRD is committed to improving the representation of women in senior roles across the department.

This opportunity is offered in accordance with section 31of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and therefore female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

About the opportunity

The role of the Deputy Chief Plant Biosecurity Officer (Surveillance and Control) entails being a pivotal member of the senior leadership team in Biosecurity, WA's plant industries against biosecurity threats.

Your responsibilities include leading targeted and general surveillance efforts for priority plant pests and diseases, spearheading plant biosecurity emergency responses, and overseeing the development and maintenance of crucial plant health surveillance plans and response protocols.

Collaborating nationally, the role contributes to achieving effective state and national plant health outcomes, thereby facilitating access to markets for WA's plant industries.

This position requires a high level of professionalism, independence, and judgement, with direct involvement in shaping state and national plant health surveillance policies and strategies.

Additionally, you will provide strategic counsel on policies impacting the growth and competitiveness of WA's plant industries, along with operational guidance to enhance plant biosecurity surveillance and control programs.

We currently have one (1), eighteen-month fixed-term position available for immediate filling.

We are looking for individuals with:

A degree in Agricultural Science or approved equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to prepare for, plan and lead biosecurity emergency responses.
Exceptional leadership and management skills with the ability to negotiate with, motivate and influence others.

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer.

We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following

Work Related Requirements:
Role Specific: 1 and 3

Core Capabilities: 7

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information.
All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Dr Vincent Lanoiselet | Chief Plant Biosecurity Officer, on during office hours.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on in first instance.
For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on
Employment Conditions and Additional Information

DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.

Am I eligible to apply?

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.

To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.

You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment.
If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant's expense.


This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert.

In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process.

Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.

The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required.

We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.

Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted.

(Please note:
Online lodgement is system generated.
Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
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