Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator

Mid-Western Regional Council; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

4 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking a Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator to lead weed management and biosecurity programs across the region, reporting to the Manager Waste and Environment Services. You will supervise staff, provide technical advice to landholders and ensure safe, compliant delivery of operations.

The role requires knowledge of weed management, biosecurity legislation and strong leadership to support positive environmental outcomes and community engagement in the Mudgee area.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent experience.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation and safe handling of herbicides.
• Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Extensive regulatory and compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weed inspections and roadside spraying across the region.
• Lead and develop operational staff with coaching and performance feedback.
• Plan, monitor budgets and delivery plans for weed programs.
• Prepare reports and grant applications for funding submissions.
• Coordinate private contract spraying and ensure inspection targets are met.
• Monitor compliance with legislation and WHS requirements.
• Build positive relationships with landholders and stakeholders.

Skills

Weed management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Budget planning

Report writing

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Health and safety

Education

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management

AQF3 Chemical Accreditation

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator Mid-Western Regional Council | Mudgee, NSW

Are you passionate about protecting our natural environment and managing invasive weeds? Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator to lead weed management and biosecurity activities across our region. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and leadership skills to make a meaningful difference to our local environment and community, while enjoying a fantastic regional lifestyle and work-life balance.

About the role

Reporting to the Manager Waste and Environment Services, you will oversee the delivery of Council’s weed inspection, roadside spraying and biosecurity compliance programs. You will lead a team of operational staff, provide technical advice to landholders and Council staff, and ensure activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant legislation.

• Coordinating weed inspections, roadside spraying programs and biosecurity compliance activities across the region.
• Promoting and enforcing the Biosecurity Act 2015 and advising landholders on appropriate weed control measures.
• Leading, supporting and developing operational staff through training, coaching and performance feedback.
• Planning and monitoring operational activities, budgets and delivery plans.
• Preparing reports, grant applications and funding submissions.
• Coordinating private contract spraying services and ensuring inspection and spraying targets are achieved.
• Monitoring legislative compliance, workplace health and safety, contractor activities and operational risks.
• Building positive relationships with landholders, Council staff and regional stakeholders to support effective weed management.

About you

You are a proactive and organised professional with a strong understanding of weed management, biosecurity and regulatory compliance. You enjoy working with a diverse range of people, can confidently manage operational priorities and are committed to achieving positive environmental outcomes.

• Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or similar experience and qualifications.
• Self-Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme qualification.
• Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Compliance and Regulatory Training.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation and Experience in the safe handling and application of herbicides and the use of chemical spray equipment.
• Current “C” class drivers’ licence.
• Extensive experience in the interpretation and implementation of legislation in a regulatory environment.
• Experience in managing a diverse team of operational staff.
• Extensive experience in dealing with the public, in a regulatory environment in a professional manner.
• Ability to identify a wide range of invasive species and comprehensive understanding of weed control techniques.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.

Please note that a criminal history check is required to be completed prior to commencement.

The salary range for this full-time position is $3,376.30 - $3,799.70 gross per fortnight, plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $87,783.80 - $98,792.20 (dependant on skills, qualifications and experience).

Why join Mid-Western Regional Council?

• 4-day working week: Work your 38 ordinary hours compressed into four days, giving you a three-day weekend to enjoy more of what the region has to offer.
• Leave entitlements: Enjoy four weeks of annual leave, two weeks of sick leave and one week of MyLeave each year, giving you more time to rest, recharge and take care of yourself.
• Long service leave: Build your career with access to long service leave entitlements after 5 years.
• Learning and development: Opportunities to expand your technical knowledge, strengthen your leadership skills and undertake relevant professional training.
• Make a difference: Play a key role in protecting our region’s agricultural land, natural environment and local communities.
• Leadership opportunity: Lead an operational team and contribute to the delivery and improvement of Council’s weed management programs.
• Variety in your work: Combine field operations, regulatory compliance, planning, community engagement and team leadership.
• Regional lifestyle: Enjoy the welcoming community, beautiful countryside and relaxed lifestyle of the Mid-Western Region.

About Mudgee:

The Mudgee Region is blessed with outstanding tourist delights, investment opportunities and lifestyle attractions, all just 3.5 hours from Sydney. Add to this breathtaking natural beauty, fine wine, locally grown produce and a real community with heart and soul; it’s a perfect lifestyle envied by others. What’s more, Mudgee has been named the top NSW tourism town – two years running!

Mid-Western Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to apply for any positions at Council.

Further information can be obtained from: HR Officers [phone] Working at Mid-Western Regional Council - YouTube