Field Assistant - Caboolture

HB Recruitment; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Uniform and PPE provided

Work vehicle supplied during workhours

Career progression within the program

Supportive team environment

Job summary

State Government Organisation is seeking Field Assistants to join the National Fire Ant Eradication Program based at the Caboolture Depot. The roles are ongoing contracts with start on Monday 23 November 2026, involving outdoor work, site travel, and contributing to biosecurity efforts for Queensland.

The position requires driving (Australian Open C-Class licence), teamwork, and the ability to pass a National Police Check. Benefits include a 9-day fortnight, PPE, and a work vehicle during hours.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Open C-Class Driver Licence.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Customer service experience desirable.
• Physically fit to walk 10–15 km daily across varied terrain.
• Able to pass drug and alcohol testing.
• Able to complete and pass 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.
• Collecting and inputting information using a tablet.
• Working safely and effectively in outdoor environments.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Physical fitness

Drug and alcohol screening

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 Caboolture 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: Monday 23 November 2026

Start Times: 6.30 am

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

About the Role

As a Field Assistant, you will play a key part in the surveillance and treatment of Fire Ants across the Caboolture and Sunshine Coast regions. 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