The Lord Howe Island Board is looking for a Biosecurity Officer to join the Biosecurity team based on Lord Howe Island.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the protection of the natural environment, economy and community of this unique World Heritage listed Property.

The role undertakes functions of an Authorised Officer under the Biosecurity Act 2015 (NSW Biosecurity Regulation 2017) to help deliver the Lord Howe Island Biosecurity Strategy (2022). The successful applicant will undertake the training needed to be an Authorised Officer when starting the role.

As a valued member of the Biosecurity team, you’ll be tasked with the daily inspection of incoming vessels and planes for biosecurity matter, for the management and maintenance of the existing biosecurity surveillance network and participating in and leading existing invasive species control/ eradication programmes on the island.

You will receive training in standard biosecurity operating procedures specific to the island and mainland ports of entry, training in the care and use of biosecurity detection dogs and will gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Lord Howe Island biosecurity issues.

You will be physically fit, self-motivated, resourceful and keen to join an experienced team committed to protecting the values of a World Heritage listed Property.

You will have a passion for the natural environment and preferably have a background in environmental management and biosecurity issues.

Applications close on Monday, 1 June 2026 at 11:55pm

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have sound knowledge of biosecurity best practice and control of invasive species when applied to working on and protecting a remote island ecosystem.
• Display demonstrated experience in working with dogs and working independently in the field.
• Demonstrate an ability to manage your time and supervise field teams to deliver biosecurity programmes in complex semi-urban/ bush environments .
• Be collaborative and professional when working within a close-knit community and in a front line role with visitors to the island.

Key Knowledge and Experience

• Appropriate qualifications and knowledge of pesticide application and guidelines.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or ability to successfully complete same.
• Current Class C NSW drivers’ licence.
• Capacity to acquire First Aid Certificate, firearms licence and Aviation Security Identity Card (ASIC) (and the ASIC associated security checks)

Before you apply, please read regarding accommodation

Accommodation is extremely difficult to find on Lord Howe Island and no accommodation assistance can be provided to the successful applicant.

A range of policies apply to living on Lord Howe Island which can be reviewed here.

How to apply

Visit the I work for NSW website to view the role description and submit your application online via the I work for NSW website.

Applications close Monday, 1 June 2026 at 11:55pm

For further information about the role please contact Darryl Birch via [email protected] or 02 6563 2066 (ext 28)

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.