Field Officer - Mossman

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; Vor Ort; AUD 60.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Early starts 6am

Wet-season work required

Year-round roles through 2028-2029

Zusammenfassung

AWX in Far North Queensland is recruiting Field Officers to support a government environmental program dedicated to eradicating invasive species and protecting biodiversity. You will join a field team performing surveillance, mapping, treatment and eradication across rainforest and remote areas.

Expect early starts, year-round work through 2028-2029, and a strong emphasis on safety, fitness and teamwork in challenging outdoor conditions. Local Mossman/Port Douglas areas are encouraged to apply.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in intensive outdoor or field-based work such as bushland or rainforest
• Strong physical endurance and ability to work in harsh weather and terrain
• Commitment to Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)
• Holder of a current open manual QLD C-Class licence with reliable transport
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol testing and a Physical Functional Assessment
• Ability to obtain and pass a National Police Check
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency (proof required)

Aufgaben

• Conduct field surveillance and treatment in rainforest terrain
• Safely use tools such as machetes, spray units, chainsaws, and GPS equipment
• Walk long distances daily, up to approximately 15 km, in steep terrain
• Carry equipment, food and water for full-day field operations
• Support team-based field operations, including safety and emergency responses
• Communicate with landholders, stakeholders and program staff
• Work safely in tropical conditions around wildlife and hazardous flora

Kenntnisse

Outdoor work

Physical endurance

Safety-first

Ausbildung

QLD C-Class manual licence

Tools

Machetes

Chainsaws

GPS

Spray units

Jobbeschreibung

Mossman & surrounds, QLD | Ongoing roles through 2028-2029

AWX is partnering with a government environmental program to recruit Field Officers to support long-term eradication efforts targeting harmful invasive species.

These roles offer stable, year-round work, meaningful conservation outcomes, and the opportunity to work in some of Far North Queensland's most unique landscapes.

About our client

Our client delivers a critical environmental eradication program focused on removing harmful invasive species and protecting Australia's biodiversity. This long-term initiative plays a key role in preserving native ecosystems and supporting sustainable land management across Far North Queensland.

If you're physically fit, enjoy working outdoors, and want to contribute to protecting Australia's natural ecosystems, this could be the role for you!

About the Role

You will work as part of a dedicated field team conducting surveillance, mapping, treatment, and eradication activities in rainforest and remote environments.

What you'll do

• Conducting field surveillance and treatment in rainforest terrain
• Safely using tools such as machetes, spray units, chainsaws, and GPS equipment
• Walking long distances daily (up to ~15 km), including steep and challenging terrain
• Carrying equipment, food, and water for full-day field operations
• Supporting team-based field operations, including safety and emergency responses
• Communicating with landholders, stakeholders, and program staff
• Working safely in tropical conditions and around wildlife and hazardous flora

About You

You're practical, resilient, safety-focused, and comfortable working in demanding outdoor environments. Local applicants from Mossman, Port Douglas & and surrounding areas encouraged to apply

What you'll need

• Experience in intensive outdoor or field-based work (bushland, rainforest, farming, labouring or similar)
• Strong physical endurance and ability to work in harsh weather and terrain
• A strong commitment to Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)
• A current open manual QLD C-Class licence and reliable transport
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol testing and a Physical Functional Assessment
• Ability to obtain and pass a National Police Check
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency (proof required)

Benefits

• Monday to Friday, early starts from 6am
• Wet-season work required
• Roles available year-round until 2028-2029, with potential extension

About AWX

AWX started out with two blokes, a people problem and a whole lot of grit and that's still how we run. We show up, know the grind and get the right people into the right jobs across 20+ locations in Australia and New Zealand. Be part of a crew that works hard, keeps its word and helps businesses and people run stronger.

Recent applicants within the last 6 months are not required to re-apply

Equal Opportunity Statement

AWX is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.