Expression of Interest: Weed/Pest Control & GIS Field Officer (Berri)

Expression of Interest: Weed/Pest Control & GIS Field Officer (Berri)

26 Sep
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Mapping Services Australia
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Berri

26 Sep

Mapping Services Australia

Berri

About the role

This is a hybrid role that splits time between physically executing targeted weed eradication programs and managing dedicated GIS mapping and spatial data projects. The position combines rugged, remote outdoor field deployments with technical geospatial database management, digital map creation, and spatial analysis. Because projects span the state, this role requires a willingness to travel extensively, including multi-day and long-distance deployments to remote and isolated locations.

Key responsibilities

GIS & Spatial Data Management

- Spatial mapping tasks, including maintaining geospatial databases, cleaning field data, and processing GPS data
- Building interactive web maps, custom field survey applications, and spatial dashboards to track environmental assets and treatment areas
- Performing spatial analysis and rendering detailed treatment maps for client reporting and environmental compliance
- Collecting accurate, real-time spatial data in the field using GIS software and mobile data loggers

Field Operations (Pest & Weed Control)

- Executing targeted chemical weed control using 4WD spray rigs, hose reels, and specialized application equipment across challenging terrains




- Identifying target invasive species and assessing environmental conditions to ensure secure, effective chemical application
- Maintaining spraying equipment, pumps, vehicles, and safety gear to a high operational standard while on the road
- Adhering strictly to all workplace health, safety, and environmental protocols during isolated field operations

About you

- Practical experience or formal training using GIS mapping tools, managing spatial data, and building custom data collection workflows
- Current driver's license and highly capable of operating 4WD vehicles
- Flexibility to travel for extended periods to remote locations
- Current Chemical Accreditation (ChemCert) and strong plant/weed identification skills are highly preferred
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying and sometimes harsh Australian conditions
- Capable of sustaining high-mileage field operations
- Proactive attitude and ability to work effectively both independently and alongside the existing field team

About us Mapping Services Australia is a specialized invasive species management and spatial mapping team preparing for upcoming environmental contracts across South Australia.

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