Field Team Lead Assistant – Biosecurity Ops

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland is seeking an Assistant Team Leader for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program in South East Queensland. You will support day-to-day leadership of a field-based team delivering surveillance, treatment and sampling activities, while guiding team members and ensuring safe, high-performing operations in outdoor conditions.

The role emphasizes field leadership, on-site direction, data capture via GPS/tablets, and collaboration with landholders and

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating or leading teams in field operations.
• Ability to coach and support team members.
• Strong communication and problem-solving in outdoor environments.
• Sound computer skills including MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Commitment to safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead field activities and provide on-site direction to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Support the leadership and coordination of a field team.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to team members.
• Assist with work allocation, rostering, quality assurance and reporting.
• Engage professionally with landholders and stakeholders.
• Conduct surveillance, sampling and treatment activities.
• Use GPS devices, tablets to record data and monitor progress.
• Promote safe work practices and positive team culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Communication

Field coordination

Safety awareness

MS Office

Tools

GPS devices

Tablets

MS Outlook

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland is seeking an Assistant Team Leader for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program in South East Queensland. You will support day-to-day leadership of a field-based team delivering surveillance, treatment and sampling activities, while guiding team members and ensuring safe, high-performing operations in outdoor conditions.

The role emphasizes field leadership, on-site direction, data capture via GPS/tablets, and collaboration with landholders and