Senior Biosecurity Officer, eID Program

Overview

2 x Temporary Full Time roles (1x Murray LLS and 1x Riverina LLS) up to 30th June 2026. LLS Grade 5 salary from $99,938 to $110,271 pa + super. Albury or Yass or Location negotiable within Murray and Riverina regions. Create a legacy using your specialist skills & get noticed making a positive impact.

Local Land Services (LLS) is supporting the livestock industry to make the transformative leap in Sheep & Goat eID Implementation in New South Wales. We are seeking a skilled and motivated person to help in this goal by working with internal and external stakeholders.

Role

The Senior Biosecurity Officer plays a crucial collaborative role, helping organise, coordinate and train internal LLS staff. This role works closely with regional AB &W staff and DPIRD Industry Liaison Officers. This role is highly engagement focused with core responsibilities including delivering essential messages, organising and delivering comprehensive training, and extending support to producers, livestock agents, and LLS staff.

Responsibilities

• Engage with industry to assist the transition to mandatory individual eID for Sheep & Goats
• Deliver the strategic extension plans to enhance customer understanding of Sheep & Goat eID implementation requirements
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on project achievement
• Develop customer capacity through targeted training and events
• Manage dynamic environments by translating plans into field programs
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders

Essential For This Role (Qualifications)

• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence and willingness to travel
• Please refer to the role description for further information including focus capabilities and other criteria.

How To Apply

If this role sounds ideal to you, please apply via our online portal by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match what we are looking for. Applications through email will not be accepted.

Contact for Role Information

For more information on these positions, you can download the Role Description or contact:

• Murray region – Mark Corrigan, Team Leader Animal Biosecurity and Welfare on 0428 256 431 or mark.corrigan@lls.nsw.gov.au
• Riverina region – Elizabeth Ferguson, Team Leader Animal Biosecurity and Welfare on 0439 557 567 or elizabeth.ferguson@lls.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date

Closing Date: Sunday 14 September at 11:55pm

What To Expect Next

• You'll receive a confirmation email
• We'll review all applications once the ad closes
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test)
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

About Us – Together, We Are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The Department Brings Together

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation. DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer.

We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion. We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers + Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

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