AddressPest Management Officer (201674)
Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week
$75,644.12 to $81,125.27 Annually + up to 12% super
RCC Officers' Level 3
A special place
At Redland City Council, you can help improve lives, while shaping your career in a truly special place. Situated on the stunning Redlands Coast, our team is creating an enriched, sustainable future for Redland City.
Here, every role matters … Together, we’re focused on serving our community. Join us so together we can improve the Redlands for today and tomorrow.
Your opportunity
As a Pest Management Officer you will provide high quality Pest Management services utilising best practice processes to achieve positive environmental and public health outcomes for the community. We are seeking applicants who have knowledge of Pest Management, chemical handling and safety, and best practice protocols, relevant public health and environmental issues and regulatory requirements.
Guided by our Values, you will:
- Have the ability in surveying Redland City for biosecurity and public health risks associated with designated pests, mosquito breeding, vermin harbourage and biosecurity matters (including Fire Ants).
Have knowledge of safe usage, transportation, storage and disposal of pesticides and other pest control products in accordance with legislative requirements.
Provide administrative support to the team, including dealing with telephone enquiries, and other generalist administrative duties.
What you’ll bring
First and foremost, you’ll need to live and breathe our Values, as they are fundamental to the way we go about our work and the relationships we build.
We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:
- Has well developed knowledge and understanding of Pest Management, chemical handling and safety, fire ant and mosquito control technology and best practice protocols.
Has experience in the interpretation and application of legislation applicable to the Pest Management functions.
Has demonstrated experience in undertaking and participating in a range of technical tasks and projects relating to Pest Management such as habitat modification, pest surveillance & treatment and vermin control and biosecurity matter (fire ant) control.
Why join us
We asked our people why they choose to work at Redland City Council. They say it’s about two things: feeling connected to the Redlands Coast as a truly special place and the incredible career and development opportunities at Council.
Here, you can:
- Improve lives, for today and tomorrow. You will make an impact in our organisation through your contribution to the enhancement of environmental health.
- Achieve, for the community and your career. We’ll support you every step of the way and you will have a huge impact on the work we do.
- Experience variety, and grow as a result. Upskill, try new roles and broaden your horizons. Council is an amazing place to grow and diversify professionally.
- Find the right balance to bring the best you. We offer attractive benefits, ongoing support and flexible working arrangements.
Here are some more reasons for loving working with us:
- Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
- Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break.
- Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance.
- Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen.
- Diverse secondment opportunities for career development.
- Reward and recognition programs.
- Wellbeing programs and social club.
- Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers.
- Access to RedFlex – our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when and where you work.
Eligibility
- You'll have a manual 'C' Class Drivers’ Licence.
- You'll consent to a pre-employment medical with a demonstrated ability and physical fitness to perform a range of strenuous tasks and functions for prolonged periods of time.
- Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Ready to join us
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (201674) can be obtained by contacting Russell Manby on (07) 3829 8***. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 25/06/2024.
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
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