Pest Plant Officer – Local Government

1 week ago


Kingston, Australia Food Lovery Full time
Pest Plant Officer – Local Government

Are you interested in providing hands-on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic opportunity where every day brings new challenges. If you enjoy working in the outdoors and don't mind getting your hands dirty or feet wet, this is the role for you.

  • $36.00 Hourly Rate + 11% Super
  • Monday to Friday, 06:00 am to 03:00 pm
  • Excellent work-life balance, with a 9-day fortnight
  • Kingston Location – Work Close to Home
  • Local Government opportunity
  • Great team and supportive culture
  • Long-term ongoing (with the possibility of extension or permanent role for the right candidate)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

  • To survey, record, and treat problems associated with declared and environmental weeds (water works may be required)
  • Report the location of declared pest plant infestations
  • Maintain accurate records related to survey and treatment notices
  • Assist in undertaking mosquito and other pest control activities on identified properties or places under the supervision of a Pest Management Technician

Who are we looking for?

  • Possession of, or ability to quickly acquire, an Agricultural Chemical Distribution Commercial Licence
  • Possession of a Traffic Control Licence or willingness to obtain one
  • A solid knowledge of herbicides used to control pest plants
  • A good understanding of plant identification or the ability to quickly learn
  • Previous experience in driving 4WD and all-terrain bikes/vehicles is advantageous
  • Possession of an 'MR' class licence is highly regarded

ABOUT US

FINDMEA is a national employment agency with a dedicated management team, bringing together over 40 years of recruitment experience to find the perfect match. We look beyond the CV to uncover your true potential.

If you are excited about this role and eager to establish yourself in Local Government, then please proceed with your application.


  • Pest Plant Officer

    3 weeks ago


    Kingston, Australia FINDMEA Full time

    **Location**: Kingston **Type**: Temporary **Post Date**: Thu Apr 13 05:26:53 2023 **Ref**: 200013241 **Pest Plant Officer - Local Government** Are you interested in providing hands on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic...


  • Kingston, Australia Food Lovery Full time

    Pest Plant Officer – Local Government Are you interested in providing hands on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic opportunity where no two days are the same. If you enjoy working in the outdoors and happy ‘to get your hands...


  • Kingston, Australia Food Lovery Full time

    Pest Plant Officer – Local Government Are you interested in providing hands on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic opportunity where no two days are the same. If you enjoy working in the outdoors and happy ‘to get your hands...

  • Pest Plant Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Kingston, Australia Findmea Full time

    Pest Plant Officer - Local Government Are you interested in providing hands on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic opportunity where no two days are the same. If you enjoy working in the outdoors and happy 'to get your hands dirty' or...

  • Pest Plant Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Kingston, Australia Findmea Full time

    Pest Plant Officer - Local Government Are you interested in providing hands on support and gaining a foothold with your Local Government? If you are looking to promote and maintain services associated with biosecurity, this is a fantastic opportunity where no two days are the same. If you enjoy working in the outdoors and happy 'to get your hands dirty' or...


  • Kingston, Australia FINDMEA Full time

    **Location**: Kingston **Type**: Temporary **Post Date**: Fri Apr 12 03:07:16 2024 **Ref**: 200015465 Pest Management Technician - Local Government - **$39.24 hourly rate + 11% Super**: - Early starts and finishes 6.00am to 3.10pm - Monday to Friday role - **Kingston Location - Work Close to home!**: - Casual ongoing, full time hourly basis - Great...


  • Kingston, Australia FINDMEA Full time

    **Location**: Kingston **Type**: Temporary **Post Date**: Fri Feb 2 01:15:02 2024 **Ref**: 200015120 Animal & Pest Services Attendant - Local Government Are you passionate about animals and committed to their welfare? Do you enjoy working outdoors and want to make a difference in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Your local...


  • Kingston, Australia FINDMEA Full time

    **Location**: Kingston **Type**: Temporary **Post Date**: Mon Mar 13 23:57:16 2023 **Ref**: 200013042 Animal & Pest Services Attendant - Local Government Are you passionate about animals and committed to their welfare? Do you enjoy working outdoors and want to make a difference in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Your...


  • Kingston, Australia FINDMEA Full time

    **Location**: Kingston **Type**: Temporary **Post Date**: Mon Mar 18 03:56:28 2024 **Ref**: 200015350 Animal Management Officer - Local Government Are you a passionate animal lover looking for a rewarding career in animal welfare? Join our local government team as an Animal Management Officer and play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of our...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Maxima has been engaged to recruit an Animal & Pest Services Attendant for a temp role within a Local Council. This role will see you work Monday to Friday with some weekend and after hours work a possibility. $31.53 + super. **The Role**: - Kennel Operations including: - Cleaning and disinfection of food containers - Removal and disposal of animal...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Maxima has been engaged to recruit an Animal & Pest Services Attendant for a temp role within a Local Council.This role will see you work Monday to Friday with some weekend and after hours work a possibility.$ super.The Role: Kennel Operations including: Cleaning and disinfection of food containers Removal and disposal of animal faeces Cleaning and...

  • Horticulturist

    2 weeks ago


    Kingston, Australia Green by Nature Full time

    **Job no**: HJPX3 **Category**: Trades & Services - Oversee maintenance and enhancement of gardens - Enjoy excellent career pathways and the stability of a well-established business - Make an impact on the environment and your local community - Permanent full time position - 38 hours per week - Adelaide location - Competitive remuneration and tool of trade...

  • Horticulturist

    1 week ago


    Kingston, Australia Green by Nature Full time

    Job no: HJPX3Category: Trades & Services Oversee maintenance and enhancement of gardens Enjoy excellent career pathways and the stability of a wellestablished business Make an impact on the environment and your local community Permanent full time position 38 hours per week Adelaide location Competitive remuneration and tool of trade vehicleAbout the...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Permanent role with competitive salary - Location - Southern Suburbs - Excellent Employee Benefits, including Salary Packaging and Employee Health Care Program! Maxima has been engaged to recruit a full time Landfill Supervisor for a southern based landfill site, providing and operating waste management services on behalf of local Councils. **About the...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Do you love animals? Are you naturally inquisitive and solution focused, have great customer service skills and the ability to manage difficult, escalated and highly emotive situations? This is the job for you! Based in Kingston with some travel around the local area, you will work 38 hours per week with the possibility of some non-call or after hours...

  • Property Officer

    4 days ago


    Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    **$58.06p/h + super (casual)**: - **Be part of a Local Government department**: - **Logan Central | 9 day fortnight** Maxima’s Recruitment Services are seeking a Property Officer for a position with their Local Government client. This is a temporary assignment working full-time hours (part-time considered), commencing as soon as possible, through to the...

  • Property Officer

    1 week ago


    Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    $58.06p/h + super (casual):- Be part of a Local Government department:Logan Central | 9 day fortnightMaxima's Recruitment Services are seeking a Property Officer for a position with their Local Government client.This is a temporary assignment working full-time hours (part-time considered), commencing as soon as possible, through to the end of June.About the...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Maxima are seeking an experienced Animal Management Officer to join their client, a Local Council based in Kingston. You will be available to work some weekends including on-call/ after-hours work. Casual hourly pay of $42.96. **Key Responsibilities include but not limited to**: - Investigate alleged breaches including wandering animals, excess animals,...


  • Kingston, Australia Maxima Full time

    Maxima are seeking an experienced Animal Management Officer to join their client, a Local Council based in Kingston. You will be available to work some weekends including on-call/ after-hours work. Casual hourly pay of $42.96 + allowances as required. **Key Responsibilities include but not limited to**: - Investigate alleged breaches including wandering...

  • Fisheries Officer

    3 weeks ago


    Kingston, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRIES AND REGIONS Full time

    **Department of Primary Industries and Regions** **Job reference**: 536063 **Location**: 5275 - KINGSTON SE **Job status**: Short Term Contract **Eligibility**: Open to Everyone **The Opportunity** We have an opportunity for a Fisheries Officer at Kingston to be part of our Fisheries and Aquaculture Division within the Department of Primary Industries...