Biosecurity Officer

2 weeks ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Location: Bombala NSW

Employment Type: Full-time Ongoing

Salary: LLS Grade 4 (38 hrs) starting at $84,659 + super & leave

???? Flexible work, meaningful outcomes, field-based impact

South East LLS are looking for a hands-on, community-focused Biosecurity Officer to join our dynamic Delivery team at Local Land Services (LLS). This role is your opportunity to work on the frontline of animal and plant health, pest and weed management, and biosecurity response and recovery efforts.

About The Role

As a Biosecurity Officer, you'll deliver on-ground biosecurity programs that safeguard our region from threats to agriculture and the environment. Your work will involve:
  • Undertaking fieldwork and compliance tasks related to pest animals, weeds, and disease management
  • Supporting emergency response, surveillance and disease investigations
  • Building strong relationships with landholders, communities and stakeholders
  • Helping manage Travelling Stock Reserves (TSRs) and biosecurity recovery projects
  • Maintaining accurate records and supporting program evaluation

What We're Looking For

We're after someone who:
  • Has a strong understanding of pest and weed management, and biosecurity principles
  • Can work independently and in a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Communicates well and has a strong focus on customer service and community engagement
  • Has appropriate certifications or the ability to obtain them (e.g. pesticide qualifications, firearms licence, Cert IV in Government Investigations)
  • Holds a current NSW Driver Licence and is open to travel

Why work with us?
  • Be part of a passionate, regionally based team protecting NSW's biosecurity
  • Enjoy a mix of office and field work, meaningful connections with landholders, and variety every day
  • Access ongoing training, support, and flexible work arrangements
  • Contribute to the safety, sustainability, and resilience of our agriculture and landscapes

Got what it takes to make this role a success? Simply submit your resume and a cover letter telling us why this is the job for you. We will then get back in touch after the closing date with the next steps.

Closing Date:11:55pm Sunday, 7 September 2025

For further information about this opportunity please contact: Tom Pickering, Team Leader Invasive Species on *************@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0459 387 ***

You can also download the Role Description.

What To Expect Next

Once you submit your application, you'll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to ***************@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior Biosecurity Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

    OverviewSenior Biosecurity Officer role at Illawarra Mercury.Location: Braidwood – other locations within Southeast NSW considered.Salary from $99,938.00 plus super and leave loading. Employment type: ongoing full time, 38 hours per week.ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of biosecurity programs and advisory services to implement strategies and plans and...

  • Biosecurity Officer

    1 week ago

    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

    Location: Bombala NSW Employment Type: Full-time Ongoing Salary: LLS Grade 4 (38 hrs) starting at $84,659 + super & leave???? Flexible work, meaningful outcomes, field-based impactSouth East LLS are looking for a hands-on, community-focused Biosecurity Officer to join our dynamic Delivery team at Local Land Services (LLS). This role is your opportunity to...

  • Regional Biosecurity Specialist

    1 week ago

    Wollongong City Council, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $84,659 - $103,454

    Job Opportunity: Biosecurity OfficerWe are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Biosecurity Officer. The successful candidate will play a key part in safeguarding our region from threats to agriculture and the environment.The primary responsibilities of this position include:Delivering on-ground biosecurity programs that protect our...

  • Senior Biosecurity Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

    OverviewSenior Biosecurity Officerrole atIllawarra Mercury.Location: Braidwood – other locations within Southeast NSW considered.Salary from $99,938.00 plus super and leave loading. Employment type: ongoing full time, 38 hours per week.ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of biosecurity programs and advisory services to implement strategies and plans and...

  • Senior Biosecurity Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

    OverviewSenior Biosecurity Officer role at Illawarra Mercury.Location: Braidwood – other locations within Southeast NSW considered.Salary from $99,938.00 plus super and leave loading. Employment type: ongoing full time, 38 hours per week.ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of biosecurity programs and advisory services to implement strategies and plans and...

  • Biosecurity Professional

    1 week ago

    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $84,659 - $105,600

    Biosecurity SpecialistThis role focuses on the frontline of animal and plant health, pest management, and biosecurity response efforts.Key Responsibilities:Conduct fieldwork and compliance tasks for pest animals, weeds, and disease managementSupport emergency responses, surveillance, and disease investigationsFoster strong relationships with landholders,...

  • Senior Biosecurity Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $99,038 - $120,000

    Job Title: Senior Biosecurity OfficerKey Responsibilities:Manage the delivery of biosecurity programs and advisory services to implement strategies and plans, ensuring local-level mitigation of biosecurity risks.Maintain a working knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements related to pest animal management to achieve intended outcomes.Contribute to...

  • Senior Biosecurity Officer, eID Program

    2 weeks ago

    Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Full time

    Overview2 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...

  • Manager, Operations and Biosecurity

    2 weeks ago

    Randwick City Council, Australia NSW Health Full time

    Join to apply for the Manager, Operations and Biosecurity role at NSW HealthEmployment Type: Temporary Full Time, Until 2 October 2026Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4Remuneration: $141,974.00 - $169,151.00 Per Annum, Plus SuperHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ604648Location: Prince of Wales Hospital, RandwickApplications Close: 23...

  • Senior Biosecurity Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $99,938 - $110,271

    Job SummaryThis role plays a key collaborative part in our eID program, focusing on the transition to mandatory individual eIDs for sheep and goats. As a Senior Biosecurity Officer, you will engage with industry stakeholders, deliver strategic extension plans, monitor project achievements, and develop customer capacity through targeted training and...