Outdoor Invasive Species Technician

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme (15.3%

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Neath Port Talbot Council is seeking an Invasive Species Technician to join our team. You will identify, treat and manage invasive species such as Japanese Knotweed across designated sites, helping safeguard local landscapes.

You will apply herbicides safely, record treatment data, operate handheld equipment and small machinery, and work as a frontline, community-based worker. A full driving licence is essential and PA1/PA6 are required with a plan to achieve PA2/PA6INJ/PA6W within six months.

Qualifications

• PA1 and PA6 certificates required
• Full driving licence essential
• PA2/PA6INJ/PA6W targets within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor invasive species across designated sites
• Apply herbicides safely using handheld equipment
• Record treatment data with basic digital tools
• Operate small machinery (strimmers, hedge cutters)
• Carry out seasonal site work and routine tasks

Job description

Neath Port Talbot Council is seeking an Invasive Species Technician to join our team. You will identify, treat and manage invasive species such as Japanese Knotweed across designated sites, helping safeguard local landscapes.

You will apply herbicides safely, record treatment data, operate handheld equipment and small machinery, and work as a frontline, community-based worker. A full driving licence is essential and PA1/PA6 are required with a plan to achieve PA2/PA6INJ/PA6W within six months.