Senior Land Services Officer

• Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 6 - Salary starting at $116,981 + super & leave
• Temporary opportunity up to 13 months
•  Location: Negotiable – any office within Central West LLS region
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Central West Local Land Services is seeking a motivated and community-focused Plant Biosecurity expert to help safeguard our plant industries from emerging pests, diseases and biosecurity threats.

Working closely with landholders, industry groups, communities and government partners, you'll play a key role in building regional preparedness, delivering surveillance activities and providing timely biosecurity advice and support. You'll also contribute to agreed action plans with Agriculture & Biosecurity partners, helping strengthen awareness, prevention and response capability across the region

In this role, you will:

• Deliver surveillance activities for exotic and emerging plant pests and diseases.
• Provide biosecurity advice, education and extension services to landholders and industry.
• Support preparedness, response and recovery activities for plant biosecurity incidents.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across government, industry and the community.
• Coordinate communication and awareness activities relating to seasonal risks and emerging threats.
• Collect, analyse and report information to inform biosecurity outcomes and decision-making.
• Contribute to regional projects that strengthen industry resilience and preparedness

About You

You are a strong communicator who enjoys working with people and is passionate about protecting agricultural industries.

You will bring:

• Qualifications in agriculture, biosecurity, environmental science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of plant health, biosecurity principles or agricultural production systems.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating projects, programs or field-based activities.
• Sound problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact by protecting regional industries, supporting producers and strengthening biosecurity outcomes across NSW. Join a passionate team delivering important work for regional communities and the environment.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position. Please seek support from your Manager prior to submitting your application.

Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026

Please view the role description for more information. You may also contact Neroli Brennan on neroli.brennan@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0428 692 713 for a confidential discussion on the role.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.   

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.