Biosecurity Field Operator: Outdoor Pest Management

Downer Group NZ; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health care benefits

Discounted holiday homes

Internal promotion encouraged

Insurance discounts

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking a Biosecurity Field Operator in North Canterbury on a fixed-term basis to apply pest management techniques and control invertebrate and insect pests. You will trap, bait, survey, and monitor pests such as possums, rabbits, and ferrets, and manage invasive plants.

The role is based in Culverden with travel to various locations, and accommodation is provided. This physically demanding position requires fitness, GPS use, accurate record-keeping, and a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum skills include a Class 1 driver’s licence and the ability to operate a 4WD or LUV.
• Strong focus on health and safety for self and team in field conditions.
• Willingness to stay away from home for extended periods; accommodation provided.

Responsibilities

• Trap, bait, survey and monitor pest animals (possum, rabbit, ferret).
• Manage pest plants such as gorse and wilding pines.
• Work mainly in North Canterbury; accommodation provided; depot-based travel.
• Adhere to safety protocols and keep accurate field records.

Skills

Class 1 licence

4WD/LUV experience

Health and safety focus

Ability to work away from home

Job description

Downer Group is seeking a Biosecurity Field Operator in North Canterbury on a fixed-term basis to apply pest management techniques and control invertebrate and insect pests. You will trap, bait, survey, and monitor pests such as possums, rabbits, and ferrets, and manage invasive plants.

The role is based in Culverden with travel to various locations, and accommodation is provided. This physically demanding position requires fitness, GPS use, accurate record-keeping, and a strong safety focus.