Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $98,955
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Agriculture and primary industries
Location: Location not specified
Reference: 2185
The Regional Disease Surveillance Project Support Officer provides crucial support to the Animal Health and Welfare Team by delivering high-quality, timely disease surveillance project and program support in the South West region (encompassing the Grampians and Barwon South West Regions). This position has a focus on cattle stakeholder management, and includes, but is not limited to:
To perform effectively in this role, it is essential to have demonstrated skills in project management, IT systems and data management, stakeholder engagement and education. The successful applicant will have familiarity with and operational understanding of animal disease surveillance, veterinary practices, and animal disease investigation; technical skills; communication skills; a collaborative mindset; and the ability to work seamlessly across various projects, teams, and units within Biosecurity Victoria and Agriculture Victoria.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 3 years. The work location for this position is flexible within the Grampians and Barwon South West regions 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:
If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.
Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.
Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 8 August 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.
An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace
DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected].
We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.