Cassowary Coast Regional Council

Natural Environment Field Officer

• $59,874 plus superannuation
• Fortnightly RDO
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave

The Position

The Natural Environment Field Officer, reporting to the Assistant Service Delivery Lead (Natural Environment) is responsible for assisting with the management of invasive plants and animals in the Cassowary Coast region.

As part of a team, the role will assist in the development and implementation of operational activities and extension programs related to declared invasive plants, animals, coastal and fire management. The Field Officer will work collaboratively with stakeholders, including all land managers and contractors, to meet collective General Biosecurity Obligations and improve land management practices, coastal foreshores and bush regeneration projects.

About You

·         Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Natural Resource Management and Biosecurity

·         Self-motivated and well-developed planning and organisational skills

·         Ability to work independently

·         Ability to obtain accreditation in Sodium Fluoroacetate (1080)

·         Construction Safety Induction (White Card)

·         Current Queensland “C” class drivers licence

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 19 May 2025.

 On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

·      Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

·      Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications

·      Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: recruitment@ccrc.qld.gov.au

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.