Applications sought for key livestock and biosecurity advisory roles

Agriculture Victoria is calling for expressions of interest from people with skills, experience and industry knowledge to serve on four statutory ministerial advisory committees that support Victoria's cattle, sheep, goat, swine and honey bee industries.

Applications are now open for chair and member positions on the:

Apicultural Industry Advisory Committee

Swine Industry Projects Advisory Committee

Cattle Compensation Advisory Committee

Sheep and Goat Compensation Advisory Committee

The committees provide independent advice to the Minister for Agriculture on compensation matters and investments that support animal health, biosecurity, industry development and market access outcomes for Victorian livestock industries.

Successful applicants will be appointed for terms of up to three years and will help shape future investments that support strong, productive and resilient livestock industries.

Agriculture Victoria is seeking applications from people with expertise in:

cattle, sheep, goat, swine, honey bee and allied industries

biosecurity and market access

quality assurance and food safety

agricultural, animal or veterinary science

finance, legal practice or business management

public policy

research investment and industry leadership.

'Victoria's livestock industries play a critical role in our state's economy, regional communities and food production systems,' Agriculture Victoria CEO Beth Jones said.

'We're looking for people from a diverse range of backgrounds who can bring strategic thinking, technical expertise and a commitment to supporting the future of Victoria's cattle, sheep, goat, swine and apicultural industries.'

'This is an excellent opportunity for industry leaders, producers, technical specialists and people with governance experience to contribute to the future direction of important industry-funded programs.' Ms Jones said.

To view the position descriptions and submit an expression of interest, visit Join a public board | boards.vic.gov.au.

Expressions of interest will close on 15 November 2026 at 11.59 PM AEDT.