About the role

As a Biosecurity Inspector on King Island, you’ll work with a small team to ensure program plans and responses are successfully implemented to identify, prevent, and respond to biosecurity risks and to maintain high standards of animal welfare and product integrity in Tasmania.

Duties of the Biosecurity Inspector include:

• Undertake and report on regulatory activities, including investigation of suspected non-compliance and conduct of enforcement activities.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures.
• Data collection and record keeping.
• Provide relevant information to, and liaise with, clients, stakeholders and members of the public.

Please note that you must relocate to King Island to take up this position.

King Island provides a unique workplace surrounded by wild seas. The island is not only famous for its great produce and having the cleanest air, but it also boasts a range of unique natural values.

About us

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “delivering a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount. 

We are committed to building a positive and proactive child safe culture to support child safety and wellbeing. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles.

Hours per fortnight

36.75 hours per fortnight.

Pre-employment requirements

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction check in the following conviction areas:

1. Crimes of violence
2. Sex related offences
3. Serious drug offences
4. Crimes involving dishonesty
5. Serious traffic offences
6. Any other offences under the Biosecurity Act 2019, or related legislation

Essential requirements

• Satisfactory security clearance as required by port authorities.
• Current unrestricted motor vehicle driver’s licence.

Desirable requirements

• A Certificate III or Certificate IV qualification in plant health, animal health, land management or invasive species management, biosecurity emergency management, or government investigations or statutory compliance relevant to the nature of the work to be undertaken, as provided by either a university, a vocational education organisation or a registered and accredited training provider.

Download the Statement of Duties and Advice Documents

 SOD - 708263 & 710011 - Biosecurity Inspector - Band 3.docx

 Advice to Applicants.docx

How to apply

1. Review the Statement of Duties.
2. Click the "Apply now" button.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Upload your Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties (please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria).
5. Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Refer to the Advice to Applicants document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

For more information please contact:

Lara Carpenter
Acting Principal Biosecurity Officer
Email: Lara.Carpenter@nre.tas.gov.au
Phone: 0400 336 230

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.