Job Description
Mossman & surrounds, QLD | Ongoing roles through *********
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AWX is partnering with a government environmental program to recruit Field Officers to support long-term eradication efforts targeting harmful invasive species. These roles offer stable, year-round work, meaningful conservation outcomes, and the opportunity to work in some of Far North Queensland's most unique landscapes .
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About our client
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Our client delivers a critical environmental eradication program focused on removing harmful invasive species and protecting Australia's biodiversity . This long‐term initiative plays a key role in preserving native ecosystems and supporting sustainable land management across Far North Queensland .
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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!
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About the Role
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You will work as part of a dedicated field team conducting surveillance, mapping, treatment , and eradication activities in rainforest and remote environments .
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What you'll do:
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Conducting field surveillance and treatment in rainforest terrain
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Safely using tools such as machetes, spray units, chainsaws, and GPS equipment
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Walking long distances daily (up to ~15 km), including steep and challenging terrain
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Carrying equipment, food, and water for full-day field operations
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Supporting team-based field operations,



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