Pest Plant Officer
Kelly Services is currently seeking a Pest Plant Officer for a local council based in the Southern Suburbs of Brisbane.
Summary about this job
Horticulture
Company: Kelly Government Solutions
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Contract/Temp
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-8-7459-3483
Fax: +61-2-3434-2230
E-mail: n\a
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Detail information about job Pest Plant Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
DUTIES
-Undertake treatment programs of declared and environmental pest plants in accordance with Council's policies and procedures.
-Report the location of declared pest plant infestations as identified in the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act and Council's Local Laws.
-Maintain accurate records in relation to survey and treatment notices in accordance with Council's procedures and policies.
-Computer data updating.
-Assist in undertaking mosquito and other pest control activities on identified properties or places in accordance with state legislation and Council procedures, under the strict supervision of a Pest Management Technician.
-Undertake any other duties as are reasonably within the limits of the employee's skills, competence and training.
-Administer "authorised person" powers under relevant Local Government Acts.
WHAT IS REQUIRED
-Possession of an Agricultural Chemical Distribution Commercial License
-A sound knowledge of herbicide used to control pest plants.
-A sound knowledge of plant identification or the ability to rapidly acquire
-Possess ability to communicate and deal with people at all levels and to make prompt reliable decisions within bounds of allocated responsibilities.
-Be self motivated and demonstrate ability to deal with other officers with tact, understanding and encouragement in performance of duties.
-Demonstrated computer skills with an ability to acquire knowledge and an understanding of Council’s GIS (Council maps).
-Previous experience in driving 4WD and all terrain bikes/vehicles as well as a possession of a Traffic Control Licence would be an advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
If you wish to apply for this role you can click the 'Apply Now' button or for more information please call Thomas Strickland on 07 3405 3346 or email [email protected]