About Us

Plant Health Australia (PHA) is the trusted coordinator of the Australian plant biosecurity system. For over 22 years we have brought together world-class expertise, knowledge and stakeholders to implement best-practice solutions vital to improving Australia’s plant health.

In a rapidly changing biosecurity environment, PHA has a critical role to play in working closely with industry, government and associated stakeholders to reduce the threat and impact of plant pest incursions and protect Australia’s plant industries, market access, environment and community.

We are a future-oriented and solutions-focussed team of highly skilled specialists with a proud history of achievement and a culture of continuous improvement.

 

Your New Role

We are looking for a talented manager and leader, with a strong background in plant biosecurity and diagnostics.

You will work under general direction from the General Manager, Partnerships and Innovation to lead the development of a cost-effective and sustainable national approach to plant biosecurity diagnostics to achieve PHA’s strategic goals. The position provides leadership, strengthens effective partnerships and enhances integration to support PHA’s aim of improving Australia’s ability to identify and detect biosecurity threats. You will be responsible for managing staff, projects and activities in the areas of diagnostics and RD&E.

There is occasional interstate travel required for this position.

If you have:

• demonstrated experience in research, government industry or other relevant areas, including developing and managing programs/projects in plant biosecurity;
• excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder relationship skills;
• the ability to work autonomously while managing diverse functions and competing priorities; and
• graduate qualifications in science (majoring in plant health disciplines), agriculture (or equivalent)

we are keen to hear from you.

The PHA Office is in Canberra, however, remote working arrangements will be considered for suitably qualified and experienced candidates. The role is available on a full-time basis for an initial period of up to July 2024, with the potential for extension. The remuneration range (inc. 10.5% superannuation) is $125,804 to $148,678, depending on skills and experience.

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For Further Information or Enquiries

Please direct enquiries to Lucy Tran-Nguyen (General Manager, Partnerships & Innovation) via email in the first instance; ltran-nguyen@phau.com.au

 

To Apply

This role is advertised on Indeed.com Please click here to apply.

Please provide your up-to-date CV/resume, along with a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications close Monday, 15 May 2023.

Position Description

 

Graduate Recruitment and Internships

PHA is very interested in suitably qualified graduates to fill Graduate Project Officer roles, and possibly Project Officer roles, at times.  We usually recruit three to six Graduate/Project Officers a year, as vacancies arise.

PHA also provides opportunities for short-term internships throughout the year.  Our internship program is currently full and all available vacancies are listed here.

 

Work Rights

Candidates must have ongoing work rights in Australia, independent of any employment with PHA. PHA does not generally act as a sponsor for overseas employees.  Where PHA is offering sponsored employment, this will be clearly specified in the job advertisement.

Here’s what some of our team say about working for PHA

 

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