Lead Field Operations for Fire Ant Eradication

Queensland Government; Logan City; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government's National Fire Ant Eradication Program seeks a Principal Operations Coordinator to lead a major field operation across Burleigh and Scenic Rim. You will guide a large workforce, balance safety, delivery, and stakeholder engagement to ensure program milestones are met.

You will translate strategy into practical actions, develop Leaders and work with government, industry and community partners to protect Queensland’s communities and environment from invasive pests.

Qualifications

• Evidence of leading large operational teams delivering complex programs.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical operational outcomes.
• Proven ability to build relationships with staff, stakeholders and communities.
• Current Australian C class driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams delivering Australia’s largest fire ant eradication program.
• Drive safe, effective and efficient field operations.
• Manage people, resources and performance across a large region.
• Build strong relationships with staff, stakeholders and local communities.
• Influence operational improvements and contribute to strategic program outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Safety leadership

Operational planning

Strategic decision making

Driver licence

Job description

Queensland Government's National Fire Ant Eradication Program seeks a Principal Operations Coordinator to lead a major field operation across Burleigh and Scenic Rim. You will guide a large workforce, balance safety, delivery, and stakeholder engagement to ensure program milestones are met.

You will translate strategy into practical actions, develop Leaders and work with government, industry and community partners to protect Queensland’s communities and environment from invasive pests.