Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $142,790 - $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Projects
Location: Location not specified
Reference: 1773
The Manager Biosecurity Operational Preparedness is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivery of a multi-agency program of work to improve Victoria’s preparedness to respond to biosecurity emergencies, including managing the disposal of multiple waste streams in the event of a major biosecurity emergency.
The Manager will work closely with technical and regulatory specialists in Agriculture Victoria, other DEECA Groups and EPA Victoria to prepare plans and arrangements to respond to a large quantity and range of EAD waste streams with multiple disposal options to support decisions made by producers, emergency control and support agencies, incident controllers and government when preparing for and responding to biosecurity emergencies.
The Manager is also responsible for working with industry and government partners which have key roles in an emergency response, such as waste providers, saleyards, abattoirs, knackeries, and veterinarians, to ensure they are prepared and ready to execute their responsibilities. For example, this includes ensuring saleyards and abattoirs are ready to support a national livestock standstill in Victoria.
The role also provides leadership and project management of other initiatives as directed and is expected to contribute to the Agriculture Victoria’s emergency response commitments.
Leading a small and supportive team, the role fosters collaboration, builds capability, and ensures Victoria is well-positioned to effectively and appropriately deliver biosecurity emergency response.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2028.The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 25 June 2026.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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