Fisheries Officer

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Join us to apply for the Fisheries Officer - Recruit role at Queensland Government.

Application Timeline: Applications remain current for 12 months.

Job Reference: QLD / / 25

Closing Date: Monday, 01 September 2025

Location: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

About the Role

Would you like to be part of the QBFP team? Join us as a Fisheries Officer - Recruit in Cairns and contribute to protecting Queensland's marine resources. If you're passionate about the sea, stakeholder engagement, and making a tangible impact—this is your opportunity.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Assist Authorised Officers with enforcement, surveillance, inspections, and investigations in fisheries, fisheries habitat protection, and small craft safety under state and commonwealth statutes.
  2. Help deliver compliance and extension services to fishers, small craft users, and the community to enhance their knowledge of fisheries, habitat, and boating safety requirements.
  3. Develop and maintain knowledge of State and Commonwealth Fisheries and maritime safety legislation.
  4. Engage effectively with clients, the public, and stakeholders by providing sound advice and escalating complex issues to supervisors.
  5. Participate in community engagement and education activities related to fisheries and marine compliance at public events.
  6. Manage expenditure activities according to Financial Delegations and Authorisations.
  7. Work collaboratively with a team of professionals.
  8. Assist in routine maintenance of departmental equipment and materials.
  9. Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Additional Information

This role is full-time within the Fishery & Marine occupational group, under the Human Resources function, in the Government Administration industry.

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