Department of Energy, Workplace and Climate Action

As a Biosecurity Officer within the Plants, Chemicals and Invasives (PCI) Branch, Agriculture Victoria, you will contribute to protecting Victoria's agricultural industries, environment and communities from biosecurity risks. Working as part of a diverse regional team, you will support the delivery of high-quality services that strengthen Victoria's preparedness for, and response to, biosecurity threats and agricultural emergencies.Biosecurity Officers are located throughout Victoria and work closely with industry, land managers, community groups and government agencies to support invasive plant and animal management, plant biosecurity activities, pest and disease surveillance for market access, monitoring of agricultural chemical use, and preparedness, response and recovery activities associated with biosecurity incidents and agricultural emergencies.The position has regulatory responsibilities under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994, the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals (Control of Use) Act 1992,



and the Plant Biosecurity Act 2010 (limited powers).As an Authorised Officer, you will undertake training to achieve a Certificate IV in Government Investigations and develop the skills required to conduct investigations, gather evidence and, where necessary, provide evidence in court proceedings.You will work effectively within a small, high-performing team operating in an integrated and flexible business environment. The role requires a collaborative approach, with opportunities to support other programs and regions as business needs arise.

You will build and maintain productive relationships with internal colleagues and a broad range of stakeholders, including private landowners, industry representatives, community groups and other government agencies, while contributing to a wide range of biosecurity and regulatory activities across the branch.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualif

📌 Biosecurity Officer (Hamilton)
🏢 Agriculture Victoria
📍 Hamilton