Field Assistant - Aratula

HB Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

HB Recruitment is seeking Field Assistants for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program based at the Aratula Depot in Queensland. These ongoing contract roles involve outdoor surveillance and baiting treatments to protect communities and industries.

Start date is Thursday 19 November 2026 with an hourly pay rate of 35.06 AUD (awaiting approval for an increase). A 9-day fortnight, uniform, PPE, and a provided work vehicle support a stable, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Open C-Class Driver Licence.
• Teamwork and customer service experience desirable.
• Physically fit to walk 10–15 km daily on challenging terrain.
• Able to pass drug and alcohol testing.
• Able to complete and pass a National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Driving up to one hour from the depot to access site locations.
• Conducting visual surveillance and bait treatments.
• Completing daily reporting, data entry, and record keeping.
• Accurately inputting information using a tablet.
• Working safely and effectively in outdoor environments.

Skills

Driver Licence (C-Class)

Teamwork

Customer service

Physical fitness

Drug testing

Police check

Job description

Our client, a State Government organisation, is seeking motivated and reliable Field Assistants to join the National Fire Ant Eradication Program based at the Aratula Depot. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an important national biosecurity initiative while enjoying great conditions and stability.

Employment Type:Ongoing contract roles
Client:State Government Organisation
Start Date: Thursday 19 November 2026
Start Times:Between 6:30am and 7:00am
Pay Rate:$35.06 (awaiting approval for an increase)

We have multiple ongoing roles available, offering an attractive hourly rate and strong team culture.

As a Field Assistant, you will play a key part in the surveillance and treatment of Fire Ants across the Aratula region. The role involves working outdoors, travelling to site locations, and helping protect Queensland's environment, industries, and communities.

Benefits

• 9-day fortnight (76 hours per fortnight) supporting work-life balance
• Uniform and full PPE provided
• Work vehicle supplied during work hours
• Opportunities for career progression within the program
• Supportive team environment

Key Duties

• Driving up to one hour from the depot to access site locations
• Conducting visual surveillance and bait treatments
• Completing daily reporting, data entry, and record keeping
• Accurately collecting and inputting information using a tablet
• Working safely and effectively in outdoor environments

Skills & Requirements

• Current Australian Open C-Class Driver Licence
• Ability to work well within a team
• Customer service experience (desirable)
• Physically fit — able to walk 10-15 km per day across challenging terrain
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to complete and pass a National Police Check