Senior Quarantine Inspector (Dog Handler)

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.

About the opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join DPIRD’s Detector Dog Unit as a Detector Dog Handler, undertaking inspection and compliance activities that safeguard WA’s primary industries.

We are seeking to establish a pool of suitably qualified applicants for the role of Senior Quarantine Inspector (Dog Handler).

There is currently one (1) permanent full-time position available for immediate filling. This vacancy is based at the Perth Domestic Airport and is a shift work position, with applicable shift penalties paid in addition to the advertised base salary.

As a Senior Quarantine Inspector (Dog Handler), you will screen air and freight pathways, including passengers, luggage, and mail arriving from interstate and ensure it complies with state biosecurity legislation.

You will be part of the Checkpoints and Surveillance team who ensure frontline operations of the Detector Dog Unit are undertaken to the highest standards. You will deploy Detector Dogs in the above search environments to maximise their operational capabilities and manage their health, welfare and safety.

Travel within the Perth Metropolitan area and occasional travel to regional offices may be required.

About you

We are seeking candidates who have a:

demonstrated knowledge and experience interpreting and applying acts, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines;
demonstrated experience and/or knowledge in animal handling, training, and/or associated management and welfare of working dogs;
demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people using excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Equity and Diversity

At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through the JobsWA website. Please navigate to the JobsWA website or follow the below link to submit your application: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=402977.

Please note late applications will not be accepted.

Need further information?

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Madi Wall, Supervising Quarantine Inspector, by email Madi.Wall@dpird.wa.gov.au during office hours. If you would like a return phone call from Madi please provide your phone number and advise so.

Advert closes Friday 20 March 2026 at 4pm WST

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term, Contract

Pay: $86,439.00 – $92,795.00 per year

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Parental leave
Work Location: In person