As our Senior Science Technician, you will provide operational services that protect and enhance animal biosecurity and welfare in Queensland.You will know you're achieving success in the role when you:Accurately performing document control in accordance with Standard operating procedures (SOP's) and ongoing compliance with relevant quality management system requirementsAre dedicated to maintaining Australian Pesticides Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) accreditationEnsuring assigned tasks are undertaken promptly and meet the project deliverablesAre actively contributing as a member of a high-performing team.Mandatory requirements:Practical understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice.Vaccination or immunity to Q Fever will be mandatory. Commitment to obtain vaccination or evidence of prior vaccination will be required prior to starting with Biosecurity Queensland.Mandatory qualifications:A Diploma in a scientific field or equivalent academic qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution that can be registered in Queensland.For international qualifications, the applicant will need their qualification assessed, to determine comparability with the Australian Qualifications Framework. The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training can assist with these assessments for Queensland residents.Biosecurity Queensland plays a vital role in securing the state's agricultural prosperity and preserving and protecting the health of our environment and economy. We are dedicated to safeguarding both human and animal health by preventing and mitigating plant and animal pests and diseases. We work tirelessly to uphold a high level of animal welfare standards and maintain access to interstate markets, critical for Queensland's thriving primary industries. Biosecurity Queensland monitors and regulates the application of agricultural and veterinary chemicals, ensuring they are used safely and in compliance with legislation. With a commitment to developing capabilities and preparedness, we are at the forefront of protecting Queensland against biosecurity risks.Animal Biosecurity and Welfare supports Biosecurity Queensland's efforts to prevent, prepare, respond to, and recover from diseases threatening livestock industries and maintaining access to markets. Our people work together to help mitigate biosecurity risks, uphold standards for animal welfare and animal management and lead the overall DPI response to biosecurity emergency incidents to achieve outcomes consistent with the Department's strategic direction for leadership in animal welfare, exhibited animal, animal management and animal ethics policy and service delivery.It is a requirement for all Biosecurity Queensland positions to have a criminal history check completed.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/609065/24Closing Date: Monday, 6 January 2025
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