FIRE ANT ERADICATION - FIELD OFFICERS

Protech are currently seeking Field Officers to work from the Virginia Depot  with the Fire Ant Program through Biosecurity Queensland starting 28/8/2026
This is an ongoing position and will require thorough and effective surveillance and treatment of insect pests through Southern Queensland. 



 
Benefits:

• Long term, ongoing roles
• Great pay rates- $34 + per hour
• Able to work a 9 day fortnight – Monday to Friday, with an RDO once a fortnight
• Hours of work: Start times between 6:30am and 7am. Finish times between 3:30pm and 4pm.
• Uniform, PPE and vehicle during work hours provided
• Opportunities for career progression within the program

Key Duties: 

• Visual surveillance and bait treatment for insects across site locations
• Daily reporting tasks, data collection, and record keeping
• Customer service
• Operate a GPS and tablet
• Driving a Company vehicle

Mandatory Position Requirements:

• Australian open car licence – P platers may apply
• MUST have outdoor work experience in Landscaping, Agriculture, Arboriculture, Land Management and Conservation, Civil OR Hiking/ Bushwalking
• MUST be physically fit as the role requires substantial walking through challenging terrain up to 10 – 15klm per day spreading bait or conducting surveillance with a pointer poking the ground (through colder months)
• Ability to work in a team environment – Teams between 10-12 people
• Face to Face customer service experience
• MUST be able to complete and pass a Police check , Drug screen and Physical assessment

If you are interested in this role, please hit  APPLY NOW