Vacancy Details


  • Join a world-class regulator and contribute to people and animal safety in Australia.
  • Unique potential for work-life balance with relocation assistance and flexible working.
  • Open to Australian citizens only. 

Position summary

The APVMA’s MQL and Assurance section is seeking applications for an GMP Officer to join our team. 

Located in either Canberra ACT or regional Armidale NSW, you will gain experience in the Australian Public Service, have access to a variety of flexible working arrangements, and apply your experience to a regulatory environment.

Working within established legislative and policy frameworks, and applying sound scientific knowledge and risk analysis, the GMP Officer is required to assess applications, audit reports and other evidence of GMP compliance, make licensing recommendations as well as initiate regulatory action where appropriate.

More information on the position can be found in the Candidate Information Package below.

Our Ideal Candidate / Selection criteria

To be considered for these roles you will need the following essential criteria:

  1. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant scientific discipline such as Science, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Veterinary Science, Engineering or equivalent.
  2. Ability to demonstrate Quality Assurance, Research & Development and/or Manufacturing experience in an area related to human pharmaceuticals, veterinary pharmaceuticals or immunobiologicals. Ability to interpret, clarify and consolidate complex data, and then identify areas requiring further attention. 
  3. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, being able to make decisions based on sound science and risk analysis.
  4. High-level written and oral communication skills, including an ability to prepare and present complex reports of a high standard, and an ability to negotiate and liaise with stakeholder.
  5. Working flexibly and to plan, with limited day to day supervision, and manage a portfolio of tasks to meet project deadlines and contribute to team goals.

The following desirable criteria will also be assessed:

  • Knowledge and understanding of a regulatory environment, including the application of legislative requirements.
  • Practical experience in the manufacture and/or quality control of chemical products, pharmaceuticals or other relevant products.
  • Experience in compliance, inspections, investigations or auditing in agriculture, manufacture, research or medical related environments.

Contact Us

At the APVMA, we value your skills and potential. We provide a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated. If the prospect of working for a world-class regulator sounds like you and you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply for this position today! 

For further information on the position, please contact Elvira Currie, Assistant Director MQL on +61 2 6770 2569 or elvira.currie@apvma.gov.au.

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to our team!

Please note that this role is being advertised as either ongoing or non-ongoing. If an offer of non-ongoing employment is made, the successful applicant could be employed for an initial period of up to 12 months, which may be extended in accordance with subsection 333E (1) of the Fair Work Act 2009.  The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised, may also be used to fill future similar ongoing and non-ongoing  vacancies.