Senior Compliance Coordinator

Senior Compliance Coordinator Join to apply for the Senior Compliance Coordinator role at Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) . As Our Senior Compliance Coordinator You Will Supervise teams of Biosecurity Inspectors to achieve outcomes consistent with the compliance plan and Human‑Assisted Spread Mitigation Strategy 2022‑2027 for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. Use various Intelligence and Open‑Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools to gather, analyse, and interpret complex data related to fire ant eradication efforts. Lead and direct investigations of alleged breaches of Biosecurity legislation including planning, gathering evidence, conducting interviews, collecting witness statements, and preparing court briefs in conjunction with Biosecurity Queensland Investigations Unit, and in accordance with the policies and procedures. Recommend, initiate, and manage appropriate enforcement and movement control action under the Biosecurity Act 2014 and Biosecurity Regulation 2016, including assessing, recommending, and taking regulatory action on significant fire ant detections. Plan and allocate compliance tasks in line with the compliance plan and Human‑Assisted Spread Mitigation Strategy 2022‑2027 for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. Review and update operational procedures to ensure achievement of the program's goals and in accordance with relevant legislation. Regularly report to the Principal Compliance Coordinator on Intelligence related activities. Develop and maintain effective relationships, networks and partnerships with stakeholders, including government, community and industry leaders to facilitate the eradication of Red Imported Fire Ant. Foster a culture that values individual and team performance and strives for continuous improvement and efficiencies in meeting the objectives of the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. Adapt to change and can readily modify operational practices accordingly. You may also have Appointment as a Queensland Biosecurity Authorised Inspector or strong knowledge of the legal requirements of an authorised officer under a relevant Act or Regulation would be highly regarded. Experience in intelligence‑led operations. Experience in explaining compliance requirements to encourage voluntary compliance with biosecurity requirements. Excellent information, evidence gathering and analysis skills, including the ability to write up clear report/statements of fact and recommendations. The work we do is widespread and varied, but our people are united by an innate sense of purpose, and a passion to serve their fellow Queenslanders. Our people are talented, down‑to‑earth and resilient, and the work they do every day fills them with gratitude and pride. This is what keeps them coming back. Here are some other reasons why our people choose us Have visible impact in your community and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live. Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work‑life balance. Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation. A variety of fantastic leave benefits, supported across the broader Queensland public sector. Access to confidential and free counselling for you and your immediate family members through our Employee Assistance Program. We are committed to preventing violence against women and are proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace. Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity. Visit to learn more about us and what we do. Applications remain open for 12 months. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr