Biosecurity & Pest Management Specialist

Somerset Regional Council. Council’s PID Co; Somerset Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and conditions

12% employer superannuation

Nine (9) day fortnight

Novated leasing

Work-life balance and flexible work

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Professional development and training

Study Assistance policy

Job summary

Somerset Regional Council is seeking a Pest Management Officer to supervise the administration and implementation of the Biosecurity Plan across the Somerset Region in Queensland.

The role requires experience identifying invasive biosecurity matters, mapping locations, and a solid understanding of WHS requirements, along with relevant licences such as the ACDC and Queensland Firearms Licence.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying restricted and prohibited invasive biosecurity matters and mapping relevant locations.
• Knowledge of work health and safety requirements.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) Commercial Operators Licence.
• Queensland Firearms Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer the Council's Biosecurity Plan for the Somerset Region.
• Identify restricted and prohibited invasive biosecurity matters and map locations.
• Ensure compliance with work health and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with Council teams to implement pest management programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

WHS knowledge

Tools

ACDC Commercial Operators Licence

Job description

Somerset Regional Council is seeking a Pest Management Officer to supervise the administration and implementation of the Biosecurity Plan across the Somerset Region in Queensland.

The role requires experience identifying invasive biosecurity matters, mapping locations, and a solid understanding of WHS requirements, along with relevant licences such as the ACDC and Queensland Firearms Licence.