Outdoor Biosecurity Field Operator (Fixed-Term)

JobSpace; Cromwell Community; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Health care benefits

Training and development

Job summary

Downer is seeking a self-motivated Biosecurity Field Operator to join our South Island team on a fixed-term basis until June 2027, with potential extension based on project needs.

Based in Cromwell with travel to rural locations, you will trap, bait, survey and monitor pests such as possums, rabbits and ferrets, and manage pest plants; accommodation is provided and safety, GPS accuracy and record-keeping are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in field pest operations or related outdoor work is preferred.
• Ability to operate in rural environments with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Trap, bait, survey and monitor pests (possums, rabbits, ferrets).
• Manage pest plants such as gorse and wilding pines; collect data with GPS devices.
• Travel to various locations with accommodation provided; maintain records.

Skills

GPS handheld devices

Field operations

Safety focus

Teamwork

Ability to work away from home

Education

NZQA Unit standards in 4WD/LUV/Motorcycle/Chainsaw use

Tools

GPS devices

4WD/LUV operation

Job description

Downer is seeking a self-motivated Biosecurity Field Operator to join our South Island team on a fixed-term basis until June 2027, with potential extension based on project needs.

Based in Cromwell with travel to rural locations, you will trap, bait, survey and monitor pests such as possums, rabbits and ferrets, and manage pest plants; accommodation is provided and safety, GPS accuracy and record-keeping are essential.