Senior Officer Biosecurity

• A varied and challenging role, assisting the Biosecurity Unit to achieve and maintain sustainable land use across the region.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $90,446.20, plus up to 13% superannuation.
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Senior Officer Biosecurity
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $90,446.20 plus up to 13% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 28th January 2024 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
To assist the Biosecurity Unit to achieve and maintain sustainable land use across the region by reducing the economic, social and environmental impacts of invasive plants and animals (through appropriate land management, control work, education and compliance activities) on the natural, peri-urban and primary production environments.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Assist with the development and implementation of Biosecurity Unit operational plans/processes including work instructions, work procedures and policies and (for your own work tasks and staff under your supervision) manage time, set priorities, plan and organise work program efficiently and effectively.
• Exercise ‘Authorised Officer’ delegations and responsibilities and provide specialised advice to stakeholders in line with Council’s Biosecurity Plan and legislative requirements, particularly the Biosecurity Act 2014.
• Undertake pest monitoring (property inspections) and control (plants and animals) activities, both, as part of a team and whilst working alone across multiple land tenures using specialised technical skills and ‘Information Technology’ to achieve branch outcomes.
• At times, provide supervision to spray technicians or contractors undertaking invasive species management works.

Essential Requirements:

• Possession of Degree or Diploma in the field of Natural Resource Management or plant and animal biology or similar OR significant demonstrated experience with land protection/ pest management matters.
• Demonstrated experience in the field of Natural Resource Management and/or demonstrated practical experience in plant and animal ecology, identification, their impacts and associated control techniques and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Biosecurity Act 2014, enforcement regulations therein and the demonstrated skills and abilities to interpret and understand legislation.
• Demonstrated well developed oral and written communication and engagement skills to facilitate report writing and effective and collaborative interactions with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effective conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work alone (at times in remote areas) safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively as part of a multifaceted team with an understanding of organisational objectives and priorities.
• Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.

Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Biosecurity, Sally Maxfield on 07-5481 0908 or email sally.maxfield@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements.
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click . You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply
Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:
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3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
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Applications close on Sunday 28th January 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
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