Biosecurity Projects

3 months ago

Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Local Land Services Agency Full time

**Temporary full time (until June 2025)**:

- **Located within the Greater Sydney region (Penrith, Gosford, Camden)**:

- **Salary starting from $106,025pa + super**:

- **Provide project management support and staff management to the Invasive Species team as well as procurement and reporting, supporting landholders and stakeholders in pest animal control**:

- **Have an exceptional career where you live**

Greater Sydney Local Land Services (GS LLS) is looking for a Biosecurity Project and Programs Officer to assist the Invasive Species team with project management and the delivery of on-ground programs and advisory services for the management of pest animals, as well as to manage and supervise staff.

**Key functions of the role include**:

- Lead the Greater Sydney LLS service delivery projects being responsible for project management, contract development and budget oversight including phasing and reporting
- Prepare and deliver annual project management plans and other strategic plans as required, in collaboration with the Invasive Species team
- Staff management of up to 3 Senior Biosecurity Officers including the management of workloads, strategic planning and HR
- Oral and written reporting to the Leadership team and Board meetings as required
- Manage communications with the Invasives Species team and to provide media input where needed
- Assist in the management and organisation of mandatory training for the Invasive Species team
- Coordinate the delivery of outcomes in the GS LLS Regional Pest Animal Management Plan
- Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate and deliver relevant programs
- Assist in responding to ad hoc enquiries and attendance at emergency management activities
- Manage systems to track GS LLS biosecurity assets including traps and cameras.
- Ensure GS LLS remains compliant in its legislated responsibilities including the use of restricted chemical products and agricultural chemicals
- Attend community meetings where required and assist with bait preparation and major on ground programs as needed (if suitable training is completed)

**How to apply**

**Recruitment Process Adjustment**

**About Us**

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

**As part of our team, you will be able to**:

- **Deliver with impact.** You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.
- **Connect to what matters.** We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.
- **Live your way.** From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you.

We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed.

**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._

  • Expressions of Interest

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

    **We are seeking Expression of Interest for upcoming Technical Officer vacancies in Agriculture & Biosecurity** - **Location: Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute, Menangle**: - **Technical Officer Grade 1/3 - Salary from $70,694.00 pa plus super and leave loading** - Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and...

  • Expressions of Interest

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

    **We are seeking Expression of Interest for upcoming Technical Assistant vacancies in Agriculture & Biosecurity** - **Location: Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute, Menangle**: - **Technical Assistant Grade 1/3 - Salary from $59,155.00 pa plus super and leave loading** - Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries...

  • Biosecurity Projects

    4 days ago

    Sydney, Australia NSW Government -Local Land Services Full time

    **Temporary Full-Time role up to June 2027**: - **Location - Penrith, NSW as part of the Greater Sydney LLS region**: - **Salary starting from $99,431.00 + super** **About us** Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency of the Department of Regional New South Wales. It provides quality, customer-focused services to landholders and the community...

  • Compliance Investigation Officer

    3 months ago

    Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

    **Permanent Full Time, 35 hours per fortnight**: - **Primary Work Location: Newington**: - **Food Safety Officer Grade 4 - Salary from $122,555 plus super and leave loading** - Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a...

  • Biosecurity Officer

    7 months ago

    Sydney, Australia Department of Agriculture & Water Resources Full time

    APS 4 - $72,002 - $78,386 per annum plus superannuation - Exports & Veterinary Services Division - Melbourne (VIC) and Sydney (NSW) - _Multiple ongoing vacancies in both Melbourne and Sydney._ - _Regulate imports and exports/inspect live animals and genetic material._ - _Work collaboratively as part of a great team._ **Who we are** The Live Animal Section...

  • Land Services Officer

    4 months ago

    Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Local Land Services Full time

    **Temporary Full time to 30 June 2027**: - **Location: Penrith**: - **Salary starting at $93,295 + super & leave entitlements**: - **Play a crucial role in shaping the future of our landscapes and natural resources.** **About us** Greater Sydney LLS is a high-performing, dynamic and supportive organisation that prides itself on having a positive...

  • X-ray Technology Lead

    2 months ago

    Sydney, Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Full time

    APS 5 - $81,690 - $89,615 per annum plus superannuation - Biosecurity Operations Division - Sydney, NSW **Who we are** **Biosecurity Operations Division** delivers nationally integrated biosecurity and imported food regulatory activities to ensure goods, conveyances and travellers meet Australia's import requirements. Division operations include policy and...

  • Team Leader

    1 day ago

    Sydney, Australia Australian Department of the Environment Full time

    APS 5 - $76,260 - $83,658 per annum plus superannuation - Biosecurity Operations Division - Melbourne, VIC,Sydney, NSW - Contribute to performance, automation, integration and system testing across both projects and business as usual - Contribute to the delivery of Detection Capability projects based on departmental priorities - Work in a motivated and...

  • Manager Emai

    7 months ago

    Sydney, Australia NSW Government -Primary Industries Full time

    **Ongoing full-time opportunity**: - **Location at Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute, Menangle NSW**: - **Offering a salary range from $150,446.00 to $ 155,445.00pa + superannuation** - Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Regional NSW. The Department of Regional NSW is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and...

  • HR Advisor

    3 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Sterning Full time

    **About the organisation** With humble Australian beginnings, this organisation has been in the food processing industry since 1986, selling their product across Australia and internationally. The health, welfare and biosecurity of their product is an important part of their practice, and this company manages every step of the food production process - from...

  • Acwg Frozen Tissue Collection Officer

    1 day ago

    Sydney, Australia NSW Government -Australian Museum Full time

    **ACWG Frozen Tissue Collection Officer** Salary Classification: Technical Officer, Grade 1/2 ($62,134 - $90,695) with a total remuneration package up to $101,433 per annum Employment Status: Ongoing, Full Time Location: Sydney CBD **About the Australian Museum** - The Australian Museum is located on the traditional homelands of the Gadigal people of the...

  • HR Advisor

    1 day ago

    Sydney, Australia Sterning Full time

    **> Supportive manager who will mentor and develop your capability.** **> Exposure to driving strategic goals across your site.** **> Great company culture - work normal business hours - no crazy hours.** **> Evenly spread role - BAU and projects.** **> Perfect role to build your skills and knowledge.** **About the organisation** With humble Australian...

  • Experienced Ecologist

    3 days ago

    Sydney, Australia Total Earth Care Full time

    Title: Experienced Ecologist Location: Flexible working arrangements (Work From Home or Work From Office based at Warriewood - depending on the area you live in). Total Earth Care is your “one-stop environmental shop” that provides environmental & civil planning, management, and on-ground solutions. Since our incorporation in 1991, we have pioneered...

  • Sales Representative at Food Company

    3 days ago

    Sydney, Australia iDA Australia Full time

    Great opportunity for **Sales Representative in Food Company!** **Duties and Responsibilities**: - Travel to customers and potential customer’s facilities providing them with information and support as required to secure and maintain business - Compiling lists of prospective customer / client businesses using directories and other sources - Acquiring and...

  • Advisor, Premier, Cabinet and Regional Development

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, Australia NSW Treasury Full time

    **Expressions of Interest** **Advisor, Premier, Cabinet and Regional Development** - ** Employment Type**:Temporary, with the possibility of ongoing for at grade applicants. - **Employment period**:6 months, with the possibility of being extended - **Grade/Band**:Clerk Grade 7/8 - **Location**:Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available -...