Pest Management Officer

Somerset Regional Council. Council’s PID Co; Somerset Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and conditions

12% employer superannuation

Nine (9) day fortnight

Novated leasing

Work-life balance and flexible work

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Professional development and training

Study Assistance policy

Job summary

Somerset Regional Council is seeking a Pest Management Officer to supervise the administration and implementation of the Biosecurity Plan across the Somerset Region in Queensland.

The role requires experience identifying invasive biosecurity matters, mapping locations, and a solid understanding of WHS requirements, along with relevant licences such as the ACDC and Queensland Firearms Licence.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying restricted and prohibited invasive biosecurity matters and mapping relevant locations.
• Knowledge of work health and safety requirements.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) Commercial Operators Licence.
• Queensland Firearms Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer the Council's Biosecurity Plan for the Somerset Region.
• Identify restricted and prohibited invasive biosecurity matters and map locations.
• Ensure compliance with work health and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with Council teams to implement pest management programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

WHS knowledge

Tools

ACDC Commercial Operators Licence

Job description

As Pest Management Officer you will be responsible for supervising and overseeing the administration and implementation of Council’s Biosecurity Plan including Invasive Plants and Animals throughout the Somerset Region.

To be successful in the role, you will require:

Experience in identifying restricted and prohibited invasive biosecurity matter and mapping relevant location

Knowledge and understanding of work health and safety requirements

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) Commercial Operators Licence.

Queensland Firearms Licence

Head over to our website to find out more about working for Somerset Regional Council.

https://www.somerset.qld.gov.au/employment

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Lifestyle and Liveability

Located in the heart of south-east Queensland, Somerset is a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,373km2 of countryside for you to explore.

We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Thrill seekers are covered with a range of outdoor adventures from skydiving to horse-riding.

Rush hour traffic? Forget it. When you live and work in Somerset, the work commute is likely to be through hills or paddocks under big blue skies. Parking is never a problem, and it’s free.

When you take a job with Somerset Regional Council, you’re making a choice for both career development and a better lifestyle.

Benefits of working for Somerset Regional Council

• Competitive salary and conditions
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Nine (9) day fortnight
• Access to novated leasing
• Work-life balance and consideration of flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families (24/7 access)
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee “Study Assistance” available in accordance with policy