Biosecurity Auditor Containment

Ministry for Primary Industries • Christchurch, Canterbury • Posted July 08, 2026

About the Role

Job Description

Biosecurity Auditor Containment


Role type: Permanent role


Location: Christchurch


Salary band & range: General salary range D/E - $87,008 to $112,314 depending on skills and experience

About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga


As a Biosecurity Auditor you will deliver verification programmes at higher risk, complexity and priority businesses approved under the Biosecurity Act 1993.


In this role, you will be responsible for auditing verification programmes that strengthen New Zealand's biosecurity system and reduce the risk of pests and diseases entering the country.


You will:

  • Deliver verification programmes for high-risk containment and transitional facilities

  • Conduct investigations and unannounced verification where required

    • The role plays a vital role in protecting NZ primary industries and provides assurance for trade w...