Deputy Manager Forensic Biology

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full time

The role
This role contributes to the effective leadership of Forensic Biology to ensure provision of comprehensive, cost effective, compliant and quality forensic services that support the Queensland justice system. The role provides authoritative advice and expertise and implements strategic and operational planning, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting systems. This is a key role that will empower staff, foster workforce capability and support a positive culture that promotes excellence and quality.

**You will be**:

- Leading 3 - 4 direct reports and operationally managing a large team in delivery of forensic services within the Unit
- Contributing to strategic planning and management
- Ensuring the Unit meets all relevant legislative, administrative, and professional standards to exceed NATA/ISO accreditation/certification requirements
- Collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure the team is strategically integrated with FSQ to achieve service delivery goals
- Building a supportive, collaborative, cooperative and accountable work culture
- Ensuring resources are managed effectively in accordance with approved business and strategic plans.

**The successful person will have**:

- A Bachelor degree or higher in medical science, forensic science, applied science or a relevant field from a recognised tertiary institution
- Demonstrated experience in leadership and management of employees in a forensic scientific environment
- Proven expertise conducting and self-managing forensic casework including those of a more complex nature
- Proven ability to monitor client and stakeholder satisfaction to ensure positive outcomes
- Proven experience in forensic scientific and laboratory practice and experience in implementing and reviewing policies and procedures
- Substantial knowledge of contemporary forensic sciences professional standards including NATA's forensic accreditation requirements
- Personal resilience and coping strategies to sustain working in confronting and challenging circumstances

About us
Located at Coopers Plains, Brisbane, FSQ operates specialised Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Operations functions that provides forensic services and expert advice to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the Coroner's Court of Queensland.
Please note that proposed legislative and structural changes may result in Forensic Science Queensland being moved to another agency within Queensland Public Sector.

**Benefits**:

- A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
- Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements
- Diverse work culture
- Career training and development



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