Weed Control Officer — Public Lands & Environment

Rous County Council; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flare Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Rous County Council invites applications for a role focused on weed identification, surveillance and treatment across public and private lands. You will contribute to targeted weed control, reporting high-priority infestations, and supporting council weed management programs.

Ideal candidates have hands-on herbicide knowledge, enjoy fieldwork, and can work independently or with a team. Ballina NSW location with a 9-day fortnights schedule and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and targeting weeds on public and private lands.
• Practical knowledge of safe herbicide use and application.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weed control and containment activities following Council plans.
• Undertake targeted weed surveillance on high-risk pathways/sites.
• Identify and report new weed infestations.
• Collect and maintain treatment and inspection data.
• Undertake bush regeneration, including site prep and planting.
• Operate and maintain small plant equipment for weed control.

Skills

Weed identification

Surveillance

Treatment

Herbicide application

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Rous County Council invites applications for a role focused on weed identification, surveillance and treatment across public and private lands. You will contribute to targeted weed control, reporting high-priority infestations, and supporting council weed management programs.

Ideal candidates have hands-on herbicide knowledge, enjoy fieldwork, and can work independently or with a team. Ballina NSW location with a 9-day fortnights schedule and ongoing professional development.