Senior Professional 2 - Remuneration Package Range $174,191 - $189,700
(including salary $148,302 - $161,638)
Berrimah Veterinary Laboratory – Biosecurity and Animal Welfare
Darwin, Northern Territory
One ongoing full-time vacancy is available

Advance your veterinary career with a leadership role in the Northern Territory’s veterinary laboratory facility in Berrimah.

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries was formed in August 2024 to enable agricultural producers to grow their business and the industry. The department underpins the Territory’s reputation as a supplier of safe and quality agricultural produce through scientific research, strong biosecurity practices and compliance with animal welfare legislation.

As the Director Berrimah Veterinary Laboratory you hold a senior leadership role within the biosecurity team and are responsible for providing expert and authoritative advice to the Minister and Chief Veterinary Officer on veterinary laboratory issues.

Your key duties include providing scientific leadership to a diverse team of professional specialists, technical and administrative support staff providing diagnostic laboratory services to detect and respond to notifiable terrestrial animal and reportable aquatic diseases. In addition, you will be responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating research projects, overseeing the operational performance of the veterinary laboratory and having oversight of the work unit’s budget. You will also be required to represent the Territory on national and international panels and participate in biosecurity emergence responses.

To be successful you require a relevant tertiary qualification in Veterinary Science and a postgraduate degree in an appropriate laboratory discipline. Strong knowledge of and experience in the diagnostics of tropical animal diseases and an understanding of the domestic and international trade protocols for terrestrial and aquatic animals is essential.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 12% superannuation, six weeks’ recreation and three weeks’ personal leave, an additional 3 days paid leave over the Christmas shutdown and up to 17.5% annual leave loading. You will also be eligible for flexible work arrangements, career development and the opportunity to develop a rewarding career within the Northern Territory.

This is a great time to consider moving to the Territory. Reward yourself with an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the Territory’s stunning landscapes and waterfalls, enjoy colourful tropical sunsets and spectacular lightning displays, and experience Darwin’s rich multicultural society.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Peter Saville on 08 8951 8181 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 76250086
Closing date: 14/08/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search