• $120,692 - $161,511 (Plus Superannuation)
• Casual – up to June 2022
• Usual work location: Colac

The position of NLIS Technical Specialist forms a part of the Biosecurity and Agriculture Services branch within the Agriculture Victoria group.
Reporting to the Livestock Traceability Technical Manager, the NLIS Technical Specialist is responsible for overseeing the installation and implementation of fixed livestock identification tag scanning technologies for livestock processors, depots and feedlot operators; liaising with software and hardware suppliers; liaising with abattoir operators to implement infrastructure upgrades; and supporting sheep and goat processors to maintain livestock identification tag scanning technologies, as part of the transition to electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats).
The role requires using knowledge of livestock identification scanning technologies and experience in how the sheep and goat processing sector operates, which will be critical for the successful resolution of operational issues.
Excellent problem solving and organisational skills are essential, as well as the ability to relate effectively to key internal and external stakeholders.
The position is within the Livestock Traceability Team within the Chief Veterinary Officer's Unit in the Biosecurity and Agriculture Services Branch of Agriculture Victoria. The Livestock Traceability Team manages the development and implementation of the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) standards, business rules, systems and activities that ensure Victoria meets national livestock traceability requirements and performance standards. The implementation of NLIS (Cattle), NLIS (Pigs) and the recently introduced electronic NLIS (Sheep & Goats) provides improved biosecurity, market access and productivity outcomes for Victorian agriculture.
For a confidential discussion, please call Dean Bellingham, Livestock Traceability Technical Manager on 03 5430 4566.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department.
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now' button below.
Applications close at midnight on 8 March 2020 and must address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.