Biosecurity Field Operator: Outdoor Pest Control Pro

Downer Group NZ; Cromwell Community; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Training and development opportunities

Discounts on Marram health care and 5%

Job summary

Downer Group NZ is seeking a Biosecurity Field Operator for the South Island Cromwell base to apply pest management techniques to control invertebrate and insect pests.

The role involves trapping, baiting, surveying and monitoring pests such as possums, rabbits and ferrets, plus managing pest plants. Accommodation is provided; the position runs until June 2027 with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Class 1 driver’s licence.
• Experience operating a 4WD and/or LUV.
• Strong health and safety focus.
• Willingness to live away from home for extended periods (accommodation provided).
• First aid certificate.
• Controlled Substance Licence or Approved Handler Certificate.
• Growsafe Certificate.
• NZQA Unit standards in 4WD, LUV, Motorcycle or Chainsaw use.

Responsibilities

• Trapping, baiting, surveying and monitoring pests.
• Manage pest plants such as gorse, broom and wilding pines.
• Travel to various locations with accommodation provided.
• Role requires high level of fitness and fieldwork.

Skills

Driver's licence

4WD operation

Health and safety focus

Fieldwork endurance

Tools

GPS handheld devices

Record-keeping devices

Job description

Downer Group NZ is seeking a Biosecurity Field Operator for the South Island Cromwell base to apply pest management techniques to control invertebrate and insect pests.

The role involves trapping, baiting, surveying and monitoring pests such as possums, rabbits and ferrets, plus managing pest plants. Accommodation is provided; the position runs until June 2027 with potential extension.