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Manager Biosecurity & Emergency Services
Local Land Services Agency —Sydney NSW
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- No degree
- Budgeting
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Sydney Opera House —Sydney NSW
- $133,806 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
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Operational Officer Level 1
NSW Rural Fire Service —Terrey Hills NSW
- $88,378 - $96,767 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Annual leave
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Manager Grants Design and Advice
NSW Reconstruction Authority —Sydney NSW
- $149,739 - $173,174 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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NSW State Emergency Service —Rhodes NSW
- $133,348.00 - $166,562.16 a year
- Temporary
3d
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Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $30.97 - $35.05 an hour
- Call employer
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership
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- $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 a year
- 12 hour shift
- ICU experience
- Communication skills
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Manager Biosecurity & Emergency Services

Local Land Services Agency -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$154,231 - $178,369 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Management
Driver Licence
Budgeting
Leadership

Full Job Description

Local Land Services Agency

Reference number

510021

Occupation

Environmental, Specialist Manager

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney City

Salary Information

Advisory & Technical 38hrs Grade 8

Closing date

31 August 2026 at 11:55pm

Ongoing full-time opportunity.
Salary range: $154,231 to $178,369 plus super (A&T Grade 8 - 38hrs).
Office located in Penrith or Gosford, with hybrid working supported.
Drive critical biosecurity and emergency services outcomes across Greater Sydney Local Land Services.

About the role

As Manager, Biosecurity & Emergency Services, you'll partner with the General Manager to lead regional biosecurity programs and emergency management functions across Animal Biosecurity and Welfare, Invasive Species and Plant Health. You'll drive strategic outcomes, build team capability and ensure services align with organisational priorities and community needs.

As a key member of the Greater Sydney Leadership Team, you'll provide expert advice on complex biosecurity issues, lead emergency preparedness and response planning, oversee risk and assurance activities, represent Local Land Services on emergency management committees, and foster strong partnerships with industry, communities and government agencies.

You will:

Lead and develop a capable, collaborative and high-performing team.
Oversee the planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of biosecurity and emergency services programs.
Drive emergency preparedness, risk assessment and response planning across the region.
Provide strategic advice, analysis and briefings on complex issues, risks and priorities.
Oversee audit, risk management, reporting, budgets and service delivery performance.
Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders and represent Local Land Services on relevant committees.

To be successful in this role you’ll ideally bring:

Proven experience leading teams and creating a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
Strong people leadership skills, including the ability to coach, support and develop capability in others.
Experience delivering programs or services in biosecurity, primary industries, emergency management, natural resources, compliance, or another related field.
Sound judgement, strategic thinking and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex and changing environment.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across community, industry and government.
Experience managing operational delivery, budgets, reporting and performance outcomes.
A practical, collaborative and customer-focused approach, with a strong commitment to public value and regional communities.

This role will suit a capable and collaborative leader who can foster trust, build team capability and navigate complexity to deliver meaningful outcomes for communities, industry and stakeholders.

Essential requirements

Tertiary qualifications in a discipline relevant to the management of biosecurity and/or equivalent experience in leadership and management of services in a primary industries or emergency management sector.
Well-developed understanding of the impact of biosecurity threats on communities, agriculture and environment including current approaches to biosecurity management and animal welfare and ability to deliver outcomes through strategic and operational planning.
Experience in the coordination of emergency management (biosecurity and general) across prevention, preparedness, response and recovery at a management level with a clear understanding of emergency management arrangements in NSW and nationally.
Current drivers licence and willingness to travel.

Why Join Local Land Services?

At Local Land Services, we work closely with landholders, communities and partners to support productive agriculture, healthy landscapes and strong regional communities. Our people are connected to the regions they serve and take pride in delivering trusted, local services that make a real difference.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead an experienced and committed team, contribute to meaningful regional outcomes, and help shape a strong culture across Greater Sydney Local Land Services.

You’ll enjoy:

Meaningful leadership work with direct impact on communities, landscapes and industries.
A senior regional role with a balance of strategic influence and operational leadership.
A supportive and flexible workplace with work-from-home options available up to 2 days per week.
Opportunities for career development across LLS and the broader NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
Access to generous leave entitlements and health and wellbeing programs.

Applying is Easy:

To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (approx. 3 pages) and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) that tells us about your relevant skills and experience and how these make you an ideal candidate for this role.

What’s the process?

The process starts with you submitting your application. Once your application has been received, you will receive an email confirmation and further correspondence when the role advertisement closes.

You might be asked to attend an interview (either via video, over the phone or face to face) or complete a written or other assessment task.

Applications close: 11:55PM on Monday, 31st August.

For more information, please contact Nicole Rice, General Manager, on 0418 113 633 or via email at [email protected].

Visit the Role Description for more information.

Recruitment Adjustments:

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 [email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

About Us: Together, we are DPIRD:

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

Local Land Services
NSW Resources
Agriculture and Biosecurity
Fisheries and Forestry
Regional Development and Delivery.

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

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

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

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