• 38 hours per week
• Ongoing full time
• Location: Negotiable; must reside in NSW
• Advisory & Technical Grade 8 | Salary from $139,787.00 plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. DPIRD is a workplace where everyone can contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the role

The Principal Veterinarian Officer (Program Lead), Biosecurity & Welcome for LLS, engages with stakeholders, providing expert technical advice and support to develop and deliver a range of services for LLS within a specific core service program area. The role implements a consistent, structured program management framework, and develops propositions and justifications for projects, initiatives and service enhancements.

We are looking for an individual who can:

• Provide expert technical advice to stakeholders to develop awareness of legislation, strategy and policies, promote compliance, facilitate best practice outcomes and mitigate risk to achieve LLS’ objectives
• Provide guidance around project management practices consistent with program needs and LLS project management principles and practices.
• Provide subject matter expert advice to stakeholders and present recommendations to support program delivery in line with established plans, budgets, timeframes, policy objectives and other LLS priorities
• Support regions to incorporate program consistencies and priorities in business and operational planning activities
• Support the LLS Animal Biosecurity and Welfare function to ensure effective and efficient implementation of state-wide strategies and plans
• Design and coordinate state-wide strategies and programs for engagement with the community
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, strategies and communications, and undertake research, analysis and response to issues, to ensure alignment with current legislative frameworks and/or LLS goals
• Implement strategies and tools for the continuous monitoring and evaluation of program outcomes, including risk and contingency management, impact and quality measures, identification and response to issues, and assessment of overall effectiveness.

About You

To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Degree in Veterinary Science registrable in NSW and registration with the NSW Veterinary Surgeons Board.
• Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence and the ability and willingness to travel.

About Us

Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency of the Department of Regional New South Wales. It provides quality, customer-focused services to landholders and the community across New South Wales. This regionally-based organisation brings together a wide range of service and advisory functions including agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry.

Our team is there when it matters, on the ground helping landholders with knowledge, networks and local experience. See more about our Region: Northern Tablelands - Local Land Services (nsw.gov.au)

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Jake Tanner, Principal Program Manager Biosecurity, jake.tanner@lls.nsw.gov.au and 0438 673 722

Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd February 2024 AT 11:55pm

Why work for Us?

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team, you will be able to:

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.
• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.
• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, through to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, at Regional NSW you will be able to find the balance that works for you.

We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed. We’re all about ‘having a crack’.