Outdoor Biosecurity Spray Technician – Rural Fieldwork

North Burnett Regional Council; North Burnett Regional; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + 12% superannution

Generous leave provisions

Healthy work-life balance

Rostered days off (RDO)

Professional development and training

Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme

Employee Assistance Program for work-—

Job summary

North Burnett Regional Council is seeking a Biosecurity Spray Officer to protect regional environments and agricultural industries. The role involves outdoor work across the North Burnett Region, applying herbicides, managing vegetation, and supporting biosecurity activities to prevent invasive plants and pests.

You will operate spray vehicles, contribute to safe work practices, and collaborate with a team to deliver the council’s biosecurity program.

Qualifications

• Experience in herbicide application and vegetation management.
• Knowledge of Queensland biosecurity legislation and best practices.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake roadside vegetation management across the region.
• Perform invasive plant control and herbicide applications.
• Conduct termite treatments of Council bridge infrastructure and maintain roadsides.

Skills

Herbicide application

Vegetation management

Safe working practices

Outdoor fieldwork

Record-keeping

Stakeholder communication

Job description

North Burnett Regional Council is seeking a Biosecurity Spray Officer to protect regional environments and agricultural industries. The role involves outdoor work across the North Burnett Region, applying herbicides, managing vegetation, and supporting biosecurity activities to prevent invasive plants and pests.

You will operate spray vehicles, contribute to safe work practices, and collaborate with a team to deliver the council’s biosecurity program.