Land Protection Officer

Our Mala nda-based team are looking for anexperienced & passionateindividual to join our Environment & Natural Assets department as a full-time permanent Land Protection Officer.

The Land Protection Officer is responsible for advising and implementing effective control measures for identified pest species within the Tableland Regional Council (TRC) local government area. This position actively includes fire management including, but is not limited to, planning and undertaking fire fuel prevention and mitigation programmes during peak times, in line with the TRC five-year burn plan.

About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)

TRC is a forward-thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation, delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We have a highly skilled workforce who provide innovative solutions to problems. We seek and recruit people who are passionate about the region, work well in a team environment, and have the skills and abilities to produce quality outcomes.

Tablelands Regional Council offers:

- Flexible Working Conditions - we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
- Employment Security - we offer long-term employment opportunities.
- Diverse Training Opportunities - we support staff in their roles.
- Career Progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in local government.
- Equal Remuneration – we offer equal employment opportunities.

Applications Close 5pm, Thursday 28 August 2025

- Base salary pack age fr om $ 63,534.49 per annum ($2,443.63 per fortnight)
- Locality allowance additional
- Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
- Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Attractive superannuation - up to 12% employer contribution
- Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
- Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
- Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
- Health, body & mind hub access
- Discounted health insurance available

How to apply

1. Complete the 'Personal Details' section.
2. Complete the 'Questions' section
3. Attach your resume and cover letter (max. 2 pages).

For further information about conditions of employment, working at TRC, and living and Working on the Tablelands go to TRC Careers .

PositionQueries

For more information about the role please contact Ken Goleby Senior Land Protection Officer during office hours - 0436 002 610

Technical Issues Contact:

For application enquiries, please contact Human Resources during office hours - 07 4089 2315.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Personal Details * Required field

- First name *
- Last name *
- E-mail *
- Phone *

Digits only or add + for international numbers

- Street *
- Street Cont.
- City, Town or Suburb *
- Postcode or Zipcode *
- Country *
- State, Region or Province *
- LinkedIn URL

(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)

Questions

Please indicate when you would be able to commence in this position if you were the successful applicant? *

- Immediately
- 1-2 weeks
- 2-3 weeks

If you are not an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, do you have a current Visa and/or Working Rights in Australia? *

- Citizen of Australia or New Zealand
- Yes
- No

Do you understand if successful, you may be required to participate in a pre-employment medical and/ or drug and alcohol testing? *

- Yes
- No

Do you understand if successful, you may be required to complete a Criminal History check? *

- Yes
- No

Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? *

- Yes
- No
- Do not wish to disclose

Do you have a valid drivers licence? *

- C Class
- LR Light Rigid
- MC Multi Combination
- None of the Above

Select the qualifications you currently hold from the list below; *

- Commercial Operators Licence (ACDC)
- Qualifications in Pest Control
- Certificate III in Conservation & Land Management
- First Aid & CPR
- Other; please list in the next section
- None of the above
- Please refer to the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria in detail. Provide as much information as possible to demonstrate how your work history, skills and experience align with the selection criteria and use clear examples where possible to support your responses. *

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