Invasive Plant Management Technician
Taquin ZahraListed 7 Oct 2026
Closes 5 Nov 2026
Help protect local ecosystems through invasive plant management and biosecurity activities.
Your new company
Our client is a local government organisation committed to protecting natural ecosystems, community amenity and productive landscapes across the region. They are seeking an experienced Invasive Plant Management Technician to join their environmental services team and support critical biosecurity initiatives.
Your new role
Working in a field-based capacity, you will play a key role in the surveillance, treatment and monitoring of high-risk invasive plant species. You will contribute to biosecurity outcomes by identifying, assessing and managing invasive plants across a variety of urban, semi-rural and natural environments.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting invasive plant surveillance and recording field data
- Identifying, assessing and mapping target invasive plant species
- Applying treatment methods and hygiene practices to minimise biosecurity risks
- Planning and prioritising surveillance, treatment and monitoring activities
- Safely transporting, storing and applying chemicals in accordance with regulations
- Operating and maintaining plant, equipment and associated resources
- Participating in joint field operations with internal and external stakeholders
- Contributing to a positive safety culture and high-performing team environment
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Experience in invasive plant management, vegetation management, biosecurity operations, natural area management or a similar field-based environment
- Sound knowledge of invasive plant identification, treatment methodologies and biosecurity practices
- Experience assessing and prioritising field activities in dynamic environments
- Proficiency using field data collection, mapping or monitoring systems
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, environmental compliance and safe chemical handling
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach to your work
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes within the local community
- Diverse and varied field-based work across a range of landscapes
- Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety and collaboration
- Immediate start opportunity within a well-established local government organisation
What you need to do now
Don't miss out on this opportunity.
Apply online or send your most up-to-date resume/CV to Taquin.Zahra@hays.com.au, or call 07 5667 5231 for a confidential discussion.
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