We are looking for a Manager Policy (Agvet Chemicals and Contaminants) to join our high-performing team at Biosecurity Queensland.

As the Manager Policy within the Agvet Chemical and Contaminants (ACC) sub-program you will be working in a critical position ensuring that the substantial and complex work of the sub-program is delivered. This position is critical to continuing to drive outputs from the sub-program in order to achieve its required outcomes. To achieve this, you will:

• Lead and manage the effective and efficient delivery of the Agvet Chemicals and Contaminants sub program and limited life funding projects to achieve outcomes consistent with Biosecurity Queensland’s strategic direction.
• Provide specialised and high-level policy and regulatory advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders including the Senior Executive and Minister’s Office, relating to the National Registration Scheme for Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals, legal use of agvet chemicals, and th prevention and management of residues and contaminants that may impact trade human health and the environment.
• Lead the development and maintenance of legislation, strategies, policies and procedures to agvet chemicals and contaminants.
• Exercise significant delegations under the Biosecurity Act 2014, Chemical Usage (Agricultural and Veterinary) Control Act 1988 and the Agricultural Chemicals Distribution and Control Act 1966.