The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department (FSD) is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice, and the public.
Victoria Police
Forensic Services Department
Lab Operations – Analytical Services (LOAS)
Drug Sciences Group
Drug Information and Analytical Support Unit
Forensic Officer Level 2 (FO-2)
1 x On-going position available & 1 x Fixed term position to 30.06.2027 available.
About the role:
The LOAS Division comprises of: Drug Information and Analytical Support Unit, Drug Analysis Unit, Clandestine Laboratory Unit, Botany Unit, Audio Visual Unit, Document Examination Unit, Chemical Trace Unit, Fire and Explosion Unit, and Vehicle Examination Unit.
The Drug Information and Analytical Support Unit (DIASU) is located within the Laboratory Operations – Analytical Services (LOAS) Division. DIASU provides scientific/technical and administrative casework support to all nine units across the LOAS Division, operating in both laboratory and crime scene environments.
This position will be assigned across these business units in response to evolving operational and organisational requirements. To provide quality and timely technical and administrative casework support.
As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:
- Conduct initial examination of exhibits, analysis of samples and operation of scientific / technical equipment under direction and supervision using defined methods and procedures.
- Attend and assist at secondary locations, including crime scenes, under direction and supervision to recover exhibits and samples where required.
- Maintain continuity of exhibits using the laboratory information management system.
- Conduct quality control checks within the work area, including keeping records where necessary.
- Present factual evidence in Courts of Law where required.
- Operate and maintain existing systems and processes including technical and scientific equipment.
- Assist in prioritising tasks in order to achieve specified targets.
- Solve routine problems using readily available information.
- Regularly interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders to provide information.
- Provide general administrative assistance, including, but not limited to, responding to customer enquiries, procurement, maintain records (electronic and hard copy), compiling reports and ordering/maintaining stocks of laboratory consumables.
- Perform work individually and as a member of a team.
- As part of a team assist in relevant research and development projects to improve and expand methodology and capability.
- Assist with the presentation of lectures/demonstrations/tours.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge and adhere to Victoria Police policies, procedures, legislation, and laboratory accreditation requirements.
Skills & Experience
As the successful applicant, you will have:
Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following established procedures.
- Experience with the operation and maintenance of relevant scientific instrumentation.
- Proven administrative skills including the maintenance of detailed and accurate records.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to impart specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in a team environment and to manage workloads in order to meet defined/agreed targets and deadlines.
- Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters relevant to own work area.
- An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong comm
itment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values.
Requirements and relevant information:
- Ongoing and fixed term roles available
- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent is desirable.
- Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod, Victoria
- In addition to the requirement to attend work at VPFSC, Macleod, the position may require the incumbent to attend work at VPC, 311 Spencer Street, Melbourne
- The incumbent must possess a Victorian Drivers Licence and the ability to obtain a Victoria Police approved Driving Authority.
- The position may require the incumbent to be exposed to material that is offensive and/or graphic in nature.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo medical/health monitoring and surveillance in accordance with policy.
- Provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only)
- Undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- Work after hours, weekends and public holidays (shift work).
- Where relevant, the successful candidate will be required to obtain appropriate explosives and related licences and to handle, transport and store explosives.
- We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflect, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
How to apply
Your application must include:
- Resume,
- Completed application form - attached to the job advertisement on careers.vic.gov.au. You must respond to the questions in the application form and attach same for your submission to be complete.
Applications close midnight, Tuesday 26th May 2026.
Applications will not be accepted via email.
For further information on this role contact: Lisa Hendry or Emily Apelgren via email [email protected] or [email protected]
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team via email [email protected]
About Us:
Victoria Police have a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community
in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.
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