Rural Lands Officer

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this position is to implement Council’s Biosecurity Plan to effectively manage invasive biosecurity matters within the Mount Isa City Council Local Government Area. This position will deliver high quality services in the areas of invasive plants and animals, pest and disease surveillance, legislation and enforcement management, emergency preparedness and response.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary qualification in Science, Agriculture Science, or Natural Resource Management or an equivalent science qualification, or relevant experience in a similar role may be considered.
• Certificate IV in Government (Statutory Investigation and Enforcement) or equivalent is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in implementation of monitoring programs, operational management plans and procedures to manage invasive biosecurity matters.
• ACDC Training and Unrestricted Commercial Operations Licence and Queensland Health Approved for Fluoro acetic Acid & Strychnine (1080 Baiting).
• Possession of a current 30215 Queensland General Safety Induction (Construction Industry White Card) or acquire upon commencement.
• Minimum “C” class manual driver’s licence or ability to acquire a licence prior to officially commencing in the role.
• AHCPMG304 Use Firearms to Humanely Destroy Animals certificate required.
• Hold a firearms licence condition (OCC) required.
• First aid certificate required.

HOW TO APPLY

What to include in your application:

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• Write a maximum 2 pages on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities meet the position requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years.

Submitting your application:

• Submit online at: https://www.mountisa.qld.gov.au/current-vacancies; or
• Email Human Resources on hr@mountisa.qld.gov.au
• Both word and PDF are accepted file formats.

Please note that:

Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.

Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.