Mossman & surrounds, QLD | Ongoing roles through *********
AWX is partnering with agovernment environmental programto recruitField Officers to support long-term eradication efforts targeting harmful invasive species.These roles offerstable, year-round work, meaningful conservation outcomes, and the chance to work in some of Far North Queensland's most unique landscapes.
About our client
Our client delivers a criticalenvironmental eradication programfocused onremoving harmful invasive speciesandprotecting Australia's biodiversity.
This long‐term initiative plays a key role inpreserving native ecosystemsandsupporting sustainable land management across Far North Queensland.
If you're physically fit, enjoy working outdoors, and want to contribute to protecting Australia's natural ecosystems, this could be the role for you!
About the Role
You will work as part of adedicated field teamconductingsurveillance, mapping, treatment, anderadication activitiesinrainforestandremote environments.
What you'll do:
Conducting field surveillance and treatment in rainforest terrain
Safely using tools such as machetes, spray units, chainsaws, and GPS equipment
Walking long distances daily (up to ~15 km), including steep and challenging terrain
Carrying equipment, food, and water for full-day field operations
Supporting team-based field operations,



including safety and emergency responses
Communicating with landholders, stakeholders, and program staff
Working safely in tropical conditions and around wildlife and hazardous flora
About You
You're practical, resilient, safety-focused, and comfortable working in demanding outdoor environments.
Local applicants fromMossman,Port Douglas& andsurrounding areasencouraged to apply
What you'll need
Experience in intensive outdoor or field-based work (bushland, rainforest, farming, labouring or similar)
Strong physical endurance and ability to work in harsh weather and terrain
A strong commitment to Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)
A current open manual QLD C-Class licence and reliable transport
Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol testing and a Physical Functional Assessment
Ability to obtain and pass a National Police Check
Australian citizenship or permanent residency (proof required)
Benefits
Monday to Friday, early starts from 6am
Wet-season work required
Roles available year-round until *********, with potential extension
**Recent applicants within the last 6 months are not required to re-apply**
AWX is an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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📌 Field Officer - Mossman (Port Douglas)
🏢 Awx
📍 Port Douglas