Biosecurity Officer

Biosecurity Officer 
Our state government client is seeking 19 Biosecurity Officer(s) for a response based in Karratha, WA. The Biosecurity Officer's are responsible for conducting field activities in biosecurity and natural disaster emergencies. 
 
Compensation and Benefits: 

• Hourly Rate: $43.50 per hour 
• Meal Allowance: $100/day (not taxed - applicable for every day worked - including the weekend based in Karratha when not working)  
• Accommodation: Provided during rostered shifts in Karratha 
• Flights: Covered for fly-in and fly-out arrangements 

Details of role:

• Location: Karratha, Western Australia (FIFO from Perth, WA) 
• FIFO Roster: 2 weeks on + 1 week off 
• Start Date: ASAP
• Estimated End Date: 30th June 2025 
• Hours: Full-time - 5 days per week (Monda to Friday only)- 6.30am to 3pm 

Key Responsibilities:

• Survey Vegetation and water sources for foraging bees. Including Red Dwarf Honey bee and European Honey bee
• Maintain safety, resources, and records
• Comply with incident plans, policies, and procedures
• Conduct and report on tasked field activities for one or more of the following activities:
  • Surveillance – observe, assess, and record impact of pest, disease, or disaster.  
  • Destruction – destruction of biosecurity threat or impact from disaster  
  • Disposal – removal of biosecurity threat or impact from disaster  
  • Decontamination – cleaning to remove the biosecurity threat.  
  • Vector control – remove vectors impacting on biosecurity. 
  • Any other field tasks required to meet the response objectives or support other field-based response roles. 
• Comply with Stakeholders inductions and policy

Requirements: 

• Full working rights within Australia. 
• Valid driver's license. 
• Current National Police Clearance. 
• Previous experience in biosecurity, agriculture, or related field preferred. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a team environment. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Flexibility to work early mornings and adhere to FIFO roster schedule. 

Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.  
• Experience in operating in accordance with organisational WHS system.  
• Ability to communicate (oral and written) information and advice.  
• Ability to understand and comply with instructions, procedures, and workplace systems. 
• Ability to perform tasks that require strength, endurance, and adaptability in various settings including extreme conditions, such as high temperatures, confined spaces, or noisy areas. 
• Must be able to work 5 days per week (weekdays only) from 6.30am to 3pm. 

How to Apply: 
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team as a Biosecurity Officer, please APPLY NOW with an updated resume outlining your relevant experience or contact Jesse from DFP Recruitment Perth on jchiplinsky@dfp.com.au or 08 9287 9800. 
 
Note: 
This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a leading state government client in biosecurity management. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to contribute to critical initiatives in protecting Western Australia's biosecurity. 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.