Current Board and Committee Vacancies

Keystone Tasmania Board Members

Keystone Tasmania is seeking new two Non‑Executive Directors to help guide the strategic direction of collecting and investing Tasmania’s Building and Construction Industry Training Levy.

Applications close Sunday, 15 February 2026.

Keystone Tasmania (Tasmanian Building and Construction Industry Training Board) is an independent, statewide organisation funded by the Building and Construction Industry Training Levy. The Board oversees the training fund, invests in workforce development, and promotes accessible training pathways that support productivity, safety and career growth across the industry..

As a Board Director, you’ll support the Chair in setting strategy, ensuring strong governance, and overseeing performance and risk. You’ll play a key role in shaping training pathways, strengthening workforce capability, and promoting safe, fair and productive workplaces across the building and construction industry in Tasmania.

For more information visit the Keystone Tasmania website.

Animal Ethics Committee

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is seeking to appoint two members to its Animal Ethics Committee (AEC).

Applications have been extended until Sunday, 15 February 2026.

The AEC ensures that all animal care and use activities comply with the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes and the Tasmanian Animal Welfare Act 1993. Its responsibilities include reviewing and approving projects, monitoring animal care and housing, addressing non‑compliance and adverse events, and providing advice and reports to the institution.

Successful applicants will bring:

• Ability to acquire knowledge of the Australian Code for the Care & Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes and its practical application.
• Commitment to the ethical principles underpinning the humane care and use of animals in research.
• Able to make decisions solely on ethical and community considerations, rather than scientific or organisational benefit.
• Sound computer literacy skills, including the ability to read, interpret and comment on meeting materials using an online platform.
• Willingness and ability to abide by policies and procedures in place or introduced by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania.
• Willingness and ability to dedicate the necessary time and effort to fulfill the responsibilities of a Category D member.

For more information visit the NRE Tas website.

Poppy Advisory and Control Board

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is seeking expressions of interest to fill an upcoming Chairperson vacancy on the Poppy Advisory and Control Board.

Applications close Sunday, 15 February 2026.

The purpose of the Poppy Advisory and Control Board is to oversee security matters for Tasmanian poppy crops, determine production estimates and ensure compliance, process applications for licences to grow poppies, advise on matters relating to the alkaloid poppy industry, collect and collate statistical information and reports, and liaise with the Australian Government to fulfil Australia’s obligations under international drug conventions.

Essential requirements for this role include:

• Qualifications, experience or skills relevant to the poppy growing industry or the poppy processing industry.
• Not currently engaged in the poppy growing or poppy processing industry.
• Highly developed communication and liaison skills

For more information visit the NRE Tas website.

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is seeking expressions of interest to fill an upcoming two member vacancies on the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee. These vacancies are for:

Applications close Sunday, 22 February 2026.

The AEC ensures that all animal care and use activities comply with the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes and the Tasmanian Animal Welfare Act 1993. Its responsibilities include reviewing and approving projects, monitoring animal care and housing, addressing non‑compliance and adverse events, and providing advice and reports to the institution. .

Essential requirements for this role include:

• Demonstrated relevant network and experience with at least one of the following:
  • a sport or recreation that uses animals; or
  • an intensive animal industry (including pig and poultry).
• Ability to read and interpret information about animal welfare.
• Ability to engage in evidence-based discussions.
• Genuine interest in animal welfare.

For more information visit the NRE Tas website.

Inland Fisheries Advisory Council

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is seeking expressions of interest to fill an upcoming one member vacancy on the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council.

Applications close Sunday, 1 March 2026.

The Inland Fisheries Advisory Council primary role is to advise the Minister on inland fisheries issues, provide a forum for consultation, promote understanding and acceptance of the functions of the Director of Inland Fisheries, encourage community support for fisheries management activities and review management plans for inland fisheries.

Essential requirements for this role include:

• Ability to collaborate and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, recreational and commercial fishing representatives, and conservation groups.
• Ability to provide advice to help inform strategic planning and long-term vision setting.
• General understanding of corporate governance principles.

For more information visit the NRE Tas website.