Biosecurity Officer

Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity (PBPI) - The PBPI Program has an integral role in delivering BQ's vision of leading the delivery of innovative, customer focused biosecurity services for Queensland. The Program's goal is to protect Queensland's agricultural industries, environment and communities from plant pests and diseases, and facilitate trade in high quality, safe agricultural products.

Our Biosecurity Officers play a key role in protecting Queensland's agricultural industries and environment. In this role, you will conduct field-based activities to monitor and manage biosecurity risks, enforce compliance with legislation, and support trade facilitation. Working with stakeholders, you will provide advice and promote responsible practices, while also contributing to emergency response efforts and professional development opportunities.

• Conducting surveillance, inspections, and audits to detect and manage biosecurity risks, including plant pests, diseases, and chemical misuse.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to provide technical advice, promote compliance, and facilitate trade through inspections and certification schemes.
• Undertake assessments of compliance across a range of industry stakeholders, preparing associated documents such as technical advice, reports, and assist in preparation of briefs of evidence in cases of serious non-compliance.
• Participating in emergency responses, including fieldwork in remote areas, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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