The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.

 

About the opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered veterinarian to work with a diverse range of disease surveillance and National animal health programs within the Animal Biosecurity and Welfare branch. Field veterinarians play a critical role in surveillance and emergency animal disease preparedness which underpins Western Australia’s extensive livestock market access. This role will provide scientifically based advice on livestock disease diagnosis, prevention and control and help provide a rapid response to any emergency animal disease incident in Western Australia in accordance with state policies and procedures.

You will work collaboratively with all sectors of the livestock industry and lead initiatives or contribute to protecting the cattle industry in Northern Australia from significant disease events. You will also be required to collect surveillance data in order to support Australia’s declaration of freedom from many trade sensitive exotic diseases that underpin the WA export market: These positions will work closely with pastoralists and pastoral region veterinarians to enhance Northern Australia’s biosecurity and surveillance systems.

As a Veterinarian you will investigate residue detections and implement surveillance and control programs while working with a team of skilled Veterinary and Biosecurity Officers to support WA’s animal biosecurity.

 

There are currently two (2) permanent positions available for immediate filling.

• Veterinary Officer (Field) – Kununurra (SCL 2)
• Veterinary Officer (Field) – Broome (SCL 3)

We are looking for individuals with:

• a degree in Veterinary Science (obtained from an Australian university or recognised equivalent), and current recognised registration (or able to obtain prior to commencement) with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Western Australia.
• knowledge and experience in animal disease control, this includes the ability to investigate disease, carry out clinical and necropsy diagnostics and residue sampling.
• knowledge of surveillance methods to help support Australian national surveillance programs. the ability to work collaboratively with local and community groups to implement operational plans and responses.
• current vaccination or willingness to be vaccinated for Influenza A and Q Fever.
• the physically fitness to carry out field veterinary investigations.
• a current C or C-A class drivers license.
• a willingness to travel and stay away from home overnight on occasions to undertake surveillance activities

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).

 

Equity and Diversity

At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

 

How to Apply

Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

• A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
• A cover letter of no more than three (2) pages in length addressing the following three criteria:

Kununurra SCL 2 please address:

• Role Specific: 1
• Work Related Requirements: 6 & 8

Broome SCL 3 please address:

• Role Specific: 1
• Work Related Requirements: 6 & 8

 

As there are multiple levels being advertised, please clearly state which level/s you are applying for in your cover letter. You may apply for multiple levels in the same application.

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information.  All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

 

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Anna Erickson, Senior Veterinary Officer (Field), on (08) 9881 0211.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.

 

Am I eligible to apply?

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.

 

You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.

You must have a WA C class drivers license or Australian equivalent.

This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.

The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.

Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)

 

CLOSING DATE: Monday, 25 September 2023 at 4:00 PM WST

 

 

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