Fire Ant Eradication – Field Officers

Protecht Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Vehicle provided during work hours

Uniforms and PPE supplied

Long-term employment

Outdoor work

Government program

Job summary

Protecht Group is seeking Field Officers to join the Fire Ant Eradication Program with Biosecurity Queensland, based at Burleigh Heads and Canungra Depots, starting on 27/10/2026. This is an excellent outdoor role offering long-term employment with a pay rate of $36+ per hour and uniforms/PPE supplied.

You will conduct visual surveillance for fire ants, apply bait treatments, record observations, and drive between sites.

Qualifications

• Possess a current open driver’s licence.
• Enjoy working outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Have strong communication and customer service skills.
• Work well in a team and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual surveillance for fire ants and other pests.
• Apply bait treatments in targeted areas.
• Record field observations and collect data.
• Complete daily reports and record-keeping.
• Drive a company vehicle between sites.
• Engage with the public and provide information when required.

Skills

Open driver’s licence

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Job description

Looking for a role that gets you outdoors, keeps you active, and allows you to make a real difference to Queenslands environment and communities?

Protech is seeking motivated and reliable Field Officers to join the Fire Ant Eradication Program with Biosecurity Queensland, working from the Burleigh Heads & Canungra Depots starting on the 27/10/2026. This is an excellent opportunity for people who enjoy working outdoors, exploring different environments, and being part of an important initiative protecting Queensland from invasive pests.

What's in it for you?

• Ongoing, long-term employment opportunities
• Attractive pay rate of $36+ per hour
• Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, providing better work-life balance
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Vehicle provided during work hours
• Work outdoors in diverse locations
• Be part of a meaningful government-supported environmental program

About the role

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Conducting visual surveillance for fire ants and other insect pests
• Applying bait treatments in targeted areas
• Recording field observations and collecting accurate data
• Completing daily reports and record-keeping activities
• Driving a company vehicle between assigned locations
• Engaging with members of the public and providing information when required

What we're looking for

Successful candidates will:

• Hold a current open driver’s licence
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Have experience in landscaping, agriculture, arboriculture, conservation, land management, civil works, or other physically active outdoor roles
• Be physically fit and capable of walking up to 10-15km per day across varied and challenging terrain
• Have strong communication and customer service skills
• Work well within a team environment
• Be committed to safety and following procedures

Pre-employment requirements

• Ability to pass a Drug & Alcohol Screening
• Ability to obtain and pass a National Police Check

If you're looking for a rewarding outdoor role where your work contributes to protecting Queensland's future, we'd love to hear from you.