To deliver Council’s Rural Services Program within Banana Shire in accordance with Council Policies, legislative requirements and industry standards.

About Us

Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton.

Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Inspect stock routes and enforce the provisions of the Stock Route Management Act 2002, Biosecurity Act 2014 and any related legislation
- Operate Council’s impoundment facilities and assets
- Impound straying stock as required
- Assist with stock movement within stock routes and reserves
- Enforce Council’s Pest Management Plan for declared pests and animals
- Deliver inspection programs and/or surveys of Council and private property for the management of declared pests and animals
- Assist with the investigation of complaints
- Participate in vector control program
- Wash down inspections for both public and council wash down facilities
- Assist in the issuing of statutory notices and obtaining of appropriate evidence
- Participate in lawful proceedings as required Assist in the preparation of operational plans for the effective management of stock routes and declared pests




- Carry out the maintenance of assets and care of animal duties at Council’s impoundment facilities in accordance with Council Policies and approved procedures
- Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
- Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
- Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position, e.g. timesheets
- Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop current practices, as required
- Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
- Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Compulsory

- Queensland ‘C’ class manual driver’s licence (minimum requirement – provisional licence)
- Qld General Safety Induction- White or blue card.
- Certificate III in Land Conservation and Management, or the willingness to obtain, or equivalent experience
- Possession of or willingness to obtain ACDC (Chemical Application) Certification Category A.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Compulsory

- Cattle, horses and other livestock handling skills
- Proven ability in dealing with difficult customers Sound interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation.

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📌 Rural Services Officer (2 Positions) (Queensland)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Queensland