Regional Biosecurity & Weeds Lead

Mid-Western Regional Council; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑day work week

Annual leave four weeks

Long service leave

Learning and development

Make a difference

Leadership opportunity

Regional lifestyle

Field operations

Job summary

Mid-Western Regional Council in Mudgee, NSW, seeks a Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator to lead weed management, biosecurity programs and regulatory compliance across the region. You will oversee a team, provide technical guidance to landholders and staff, and ensure safe, compliant delivery of programs in a dynamic regional environment.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent, plus relevant regulatory and chemical handling qualifications.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or similar qualifications.
• Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Compliance and Regulatory Training.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation with experience in safe handling and application of herbicides.
• Experience interpreting and implementing legislation in a regulatory environment.
• Experience managing a diverse team of operational staff.
• Experience dealing with the public in a regulatory environment.
• Ability to identify a wide range of invasive species and understanding of weed control techniques.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and WHS training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weed inspections, roadside spraying and biosecurity compliance.
• Lead, support and develop operational staff through training and feedback.
• Plan and monitor budgets and delivery plans for operations.
• Prepare reports, grant applications and funding submissions.
• Coordinate private contract spraying and ensure targets are met.
• Monitor legislative compliance, WHS and contractor activities.
• Build relationships with landholders, staff and regional stakeholders.

Job description

Mid-Western Regional Council in Mudgee, NSW, seeks a Biosecurity Weeds Coordinator to lead weed management, biosecurity programs and regulatory compliance across the region. You will oversee a team, provide technical guidance to landholders and staff, and ensure safe, compliant delivery of programs in a dynamic regional environment.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent, plus relevant regulatory and chemical handling qualifications.