Biosecurity Officer

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Detail information about job Biosecurity Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

If you are looking for a sea change then Cook Shire, a growing region, is the place to be, now and into the future for its perfectly balanced tropical lifestyle, pristine coastline, culturally diverse community and friendly locals.

Cooktown, full of beauty and character, offers the best of both worlds with the Great Barrier Reef a stone's throw away and adjacent to the pristine wet tropics.  Cooktown is only 4 hour's drive, or a 40 minute flight, North of Cairns.

BIOSECURITY OFFICER

Cook Shire Council is a progressive and forward thinking organisation with a rich blend of culture and community connections and collaborations.  Our Council brings tremendous positive opportunities and provides for a bright, healthy and sustainable future for our Shire, its residents and the communities. Does this excite you?  Then become a part of a flourishing and innovative Council and help drive and shape the future development of Cook Shire.  

An outstanding opportunity exists for a Biosecurity Officer to work with Cook Shire Council.   This position will provide you with the opportunity to work at an operational level on weed and pest animal management across Cape York Peninsula.  Seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and engaging person who enjoys working in various settings, both office based and outdoors, and has a genuine interest in bioscurity management. 

This role provides a diverse and interesting range of responsibilities and you wil have the opportunity to work on many projects. 

Requirements include:

-Bachelor level qualification in a relevant discipline or working toward combined with equivalent relevant work experience.
- Experience and/or keen interest in weed and pest animal management and control practices.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to prepare clear and accurate business reports.
- Proven computer competency.
- Current Class C Driver's Licence and willingness to travel throughout Cape York Peninsula.
- Current or capacity to obtain a Queensland Firearm's Licence - Classes A and B.

Become a part of a unique and dynamic Council with an envious lifestyle to match.  APPLY NOW!

Employee benefits:

This is a full time position with an attractive salary package including salary sacificing option; 5 weeks annual leave and a friendly working environment.

Application Process:

To apply, you will need to submit a resume, cover letter and a statement addressing each of the screening questions.

Applications close:  COB, Wednesday 1st August, 2018.

 

Further information is available by contacting Council's Human Resources Team on 07 40 69 5444.