Senior Quarantine Inspector (Mobile Response Team) Recruitment Pool

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.

We value diversity and understand diverse workplaces are more effective and innovative so we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

It is also key to be aware that DPIRD is an emergency management department and so on occasion, all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies.

To learn more about our department, our team and the work we do, please visit our website .

About the opportunity

We are currently seeking to establish a pool of suitably qualified applicants for the role of Senior Quarantine Inspector (Mobile Response). Within this role, you will operate under minimal supervision, to undertake quarantine inspection and certification activities to ensure compliance with relevant legislative obligations. The role involves a moderate level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods, reaching above shoulder height, lifting and handling items weighing up to 20 kg, and accessing areas under or around machinery and other goods during inspections. Applicants should be comfortable undertaking these activities as part of their regular duties.



The mobile Response Team is based at Quarantine WA Headquarters
- B1, Level 1, 130 Fauntleroy Ave, Redcliffe WA. Staff are provided with an airport parking card which gives free access to nearby airport parking or public transport is nearby.

About You

As the successful candidate you will have demonstrated knowledge and experience interpreting and applying acts, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines and providing advice within a quarantine environment. You will be working in a close team to undertake inspections and certification on a wide range of agricultural commodities to ensure compliance with relevant import legislation and export protocols. Reporting contraventions of relevant legislation and assisting in preparation of incident reports for breaches. The Mobile Response Team provides operational support across Quarantine WA and responds to changing priorities and emerging biosecurity risks. The role may involve working across different locations and operational environments, undertaking a variety of inspection and enforcement activities, supporting incident and emergency responses, and assisting with complex or high-priority compliance matters. Senior Quarantine Inspectors are also expected to contribute to improving operational processes, share knowledge and support colleagues,



participate in working groups and provide input into policies, procedures and operational initiatives. The ability to work with a high degree of initiative, adapt quickly to changing priorities and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, industry and other stakeholders is important to the success of the role. Applications are now open for Senior Quarantine Inspectors for the Mobile Response Team at level4. Candidates found suitable through this process will be placed in a pool and may be offered a permanent or fixed term position where they become vacant over the next12months. Those candidates initially appointed on a fixed term basis may also be offered a permanent position in the future and may be eligible for conversion to permanency.

About the team and benefits

We are genuinely committed to developing and supporting our workforce to be their best by creating a positive work environment, supporting work/life balance and encouraging our employees to learn on the job and build their skills. Some of the advantages of this job and working at DPIRD include:

- The chance to undertake meaningful work that directly contributes to protecting Western Australia's agriculture, environment, communities, and economy.
- Opportunity to work for a department that is renowned as a world leader in a range of fields, from research and development to biosecurity and sustainability.
- Being part of a fun, supportive and inclusive team.

Assessment criteria and eligibility

Successful candidates will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and a strong commitment to biosecurity and compliance. Successful applicants will be able to apply legislat

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