Pest Management Officer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 18% superannuation

9-day fortnight roster

4 or 5 weeks annual leave with leave 8

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Pest Management Officer to implement pest and biosecurity programs across the Mackay region. The role combines field-based work, community engagement, and environmental stewardship while making a tangible impact on the local environment.

The position involves controlling environmental weeds, inspections, education, stakeholder collaboration, and safe operating practices as part of a comprehensive pest management program.

Qualifications

• Criminal History Check required.
• ACDC / Herbicide Licence.
• Poisons licences and shooting licences within six months of start.
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with farmers, property owners and stakeholders.
• Sound conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competent computer skills.
• Knowledge of environmental weeds and biosecurity matters.
• Understanding of herbicide and pesticide impacts on environment and safe application practices.

Responsibilities

• Controlling environmental weeds and invasive biosecurity matters in accordance with legislation and Council's Pest Management Plan.
• Conducting inspections and assessments relating to biosecurity risks.
• Delivering educational presentations, demonstrations, and community awareness activities.
• Building positive relationships with landholders, community groups, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring worksites and ensuring safe, effective, and efficient use of plant and equipment.
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of pest management programs across the Mackay Regional Council area.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork ability

Computer skills

Conflict resolution

Relationship building

Weed/biosecurity knowledge

Job description

Do you have a passion for protecting the environment, managing invasive species, and working outdoors? Join Mackay Regional Council as a Pest Management Officer and play a vital role in implementing Council's Pest Management and Biosecurity Management Plans across our beautiful region.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of field-based work, community engagement, and environmental stewardship while making a genuine impact on the Mackay region.

About The Role

As a Pest Management Officer, you will work under general direction to implement Council's pest and biosecurity programs, focusing on the control of invasive plants and animals and promoting best-practice biosecurity outcomes throughout the region.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Controlling environmental weeds and invasive biosecurity matter in accordance with legislation and Council's Pest Management Plan.
• Conducting inspections and assessments relating to biosecurity risks.
• Delivering educational presentations, demonstrations, and community awareness activities.
• Building positive relationships with landholders, community groups, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring worksites and ensuring safe, effective, and efficient use of plant and equipment.
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of pest management programsacross the Mackay Regional Council area.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Essential Requirements

• Ability to undertake and pass a Criminal History Check.
• Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) / Herbicide Licence.
• Appropriate poisons licences and shooting licences for pest animal control, or the ability to obtain these within six months of commencement.
• Current Queensland "C" Class Driver Licence (or ability to transfer an interstate equivalent within three months).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with farmers, property owners, community groups, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Sound conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competent computer skills.
• Knowledge of environmental weeds, invasive biosecurity matter, and available control methods.
• Understanding of herbicide and pesticide impacts on the environment and safe application practices.

Desirable

• Previous experience in pest management, biosecurity, natural resource management, environmental management, or a related field.
• Understanding of risk management principles within a local government environment.

Why Join Mackay Regional Council?

• Base annual salary of $86,710
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9-day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.