Description:
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.Our work is complex and fast-paced and your contribution will support strengthen Queensland’s plant biosecurity preparedness and response capability.
As the Principal Policy Officer, you’ll review pest and disease notifications and national response updates, transform scientific, technical, operational and regulatory information into clear and concise advice.
Just imagine what you could achieve with us. #DPIcareers
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.
Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity (PBPI) - The PBPI Program has an integral role in delivering BQ's vision of leading the delivery of innovative, customer focused biosecurity services for Queensland. The Program's goal is to protect Queensland's agricultural industries, environment and communities from plant pests and diseases and facilitate trade in high quality, safe agricultural products.
As our Principal Policy Officer, you'll lead and influence policy that strengthens Queensland's plant biosecurity preparedness and response. Your expertise will help protect our agriculture and environment from biosecurity threats.
Success means managing competing priorities, delivering projects on time and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team. You'll shape strategic outcomes, provide clear advice and ensure Queensland remains resilient against increasing incursions, making a real impact on safeguarding our plant biosecurity systems and supporting the state's economy and environment.
Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
- Work with passion and purpose
- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
- Enjoy interesting, diverse work
- Follow your path wherever it leads
- Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
- Be part of our one, diverse DPI
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity.
Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference : QLD/674280/25
Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment
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