Biosecurity Field & Lab Technician

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Biosecurity Queensland is seeking a Science Technician to perform scientific tasks under SOPs and protocols, supporting host testing of biological control agents on plant species to assess risk and specificity. The role involves field observations and surveys, with a focus on data quality and regulatory compliance.

You will manage your workload, contribute to team tasks, and assist colleagues in field environments across Queensland, including remote sites.

Qualifications

• Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field or equivalent.
• A current 'C' class drivers licence.
• Must be physically capable of conducting field work in remote areas that are hot and humid and may involve long drives.

Responsibilities

• Undertake field observations and field surveys for relevant species to quantify environmental impacts of weeds and biological control agents.
• Manage own work priorities to ensure tasks are completed efficiently to meet project aims.
• Support effective teamwork by contributing to group tasks and guiding new/inexperienced colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Biosecurity Queensland is seeking a Science Technician to perform scientific tasks under SOPs and protocols, supporting host testing of biological control agents on plant species to assess risk and specificity. The role involves field observations and surveys, with a focus on data quality and regulatory compliance.

You will manage your workload, contribute to team tasks, and assist colleagues in field environments across Queensland, including remote sites.