A07 Principal Program Advisor

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time $133,603 - $143,125 per year

Location: Berrinba (flexible options for Brisbane CBD or Burleigh Heads)

Term: Fixed until 30 June 2027

Salary: $133,603 – $143,125 p.a. + super 

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-profile, nationally significant program focused on protecting Australia's biosecurity. As Principal Program Advisor, you'll provide high-level advisory and coordination support across legal, compliance, governance, and communications.

You'll act as the program's subject matter expert for regulatory matters, lead projects such as Codes of Practice, and prepare policy and case-specific advice for oversight bodies. Your work will include synthesising complex information into clear, accurate briefs and submissions for senior stakeholders, including Parliamentary and Ministerial audiences.

This role offers the unique chance to see projects through from inception to completion, something rarely available in government policy roles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate input from subject matter experts across multiple disciplines.
  • Lead regulatory projects and initiatives, ensuring best practice.
  • Prepare high-level briefs, submissions, and correspondence for senior stakeholders.
  • Provide strategic advice on complex policy and legislative issues.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to develop whole-of-government initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

  • Strong background in policy, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Ability to manage complex, fast-paced projects and deliver under pressure.
  • Experience coordinating across multiple sectors (community, technical, scientific).
  • Cabinet Liaison Officer, Senior Policy Officer, or similar policy and compliance experience highly regarded.
  • Exposure to legal systems and strategic advisory work.
  • Degree in Law (desirable).
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused.

Why Apply?

  • Contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime program delivering significant benefits for Australia.
  • Launchpad into senior roles; exposure to large, complex programs.
  • Hybrid work model and multiple locations.
  • National initiative critical to Australia's biosecurity.

Pre-employment checks: Criminal history and disciplinary clearance required.

Eligibility: Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold valid work rights.

To be considered, please click "Apply" now and upload your most recent CV. For a confidential discussion, contact Max Brown at

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

  • A07 Principal Project Officer and AO6 Senior Project officer

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Randstad - Business Support Full time

    Senior Project officer and Principal Project OfficerAre you a seasoned project leader ready to drive strategic and innovative change within a highly sought after Government Department? We are seeking not one BUT two Project Officers (A07 Principal Project Officer and AO6 Senior Project officer equivalent) to provide leadership and strategic oversight on...

  • Principal Agency Engagement Officer

    2 days ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

    Principal Agency Engagement Officer A07 The Cyber Security Engagement team within the Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business provides access to and awareness of the Cyber Security Unit for all Queensland government organisations. As a key member of the team, you will provide targeted, specialised engagement and governance...

  • Principal Program Advisor

    1 week ago

    South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) Full time

    As Our Principal Program Advisor, You WillCoordinate and synthesise input from subject matter experts across legal, communications, scientific, compliance and governance disciplines to prepare briefs, submissions and correspondence on behalf of the Directorate. This role providesadvisory support to a variety of subject matter experts ensuring content is...

  • Principal Advisor

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Transport and Main Roads Full time

    An exciting opportunity exists for two high performing individuals to join The Wave (Rail), within Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in the role of AO7 Principal Advisor (Comms and Engagement).The Wave (Rail) project, previously known as the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line project, is a generational infrastructure project that will revolutionise travel for the...

  • Principal Program Reporting Advisor, Transport and Main Roads

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Transport and Main Roads Full time

    As the Principal Program Reporting Advisor (Portfolio Reporting and Analysis), you'll lead the development of high-impact reporting and analysis for the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP). This pivotal role supports state and federal budget processes, parliamentary hearings, and whole-of-government reporting - delivering insights that...

  • Health and Wellbeing Principal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Eden Ritchie Recruitment Full time

    Eden Ritchie Recruitment are seeking a Health and Wellbeing Principal Advisor to lead workplace health monitoring, wellbeing, and psychosocial risk initiatives across a large operational workforce within a major state government department. Key Responsibilities:• Coordinate health surveillance programs and ensure WHS compliance.• Manage confidential...

  • Principal Advisor

    2 days ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

    We are seeking an experienced and motivated Policy Officer to join the Office of Non-State Education.The ideal candidate will be a confident policy generalist who can undertake research and policy analysis to inform evidence-based decision-making and work collaboratively with the non-state schooling sector and the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board to...

  • Principal Advisor

    2 days ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

    We are seeking an experienced and motivated Policy Officer to join the Office of Non-State Education.The ideal candidate will be a confident policy generalist who can undertake research and policy analysis to inform evidence-based decision-making and work collaboratively with the non-state schooling sector and the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board to...

  • Principal Strategy and Governance Advisor

    2 days ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

    Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.As Our Principal Strategy And Governance Advisor, You WillBe provided the opportunity to advise senior executives on portfolio arrangements and deliver on corporate governance obligations.Just imagine what you could achieve with us #DPICareersThe OpportunityAbout The RoleAs our Principal...

  • Principal Policy Advisor

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia NATIONAL HEAVY VEHICLE REGULATOR Full time

    Drive change. Shape policy. Lead the future of heavy vehicle access.Join our Network Access Policy team as a Principal Policy Advisor and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of heavy vehicle access across Australia. This is your opportunity to lead national policy and regulatory initiatives that enhance certainty, consistency, and community benefit by...