As a Pest Management Technician, you will: • Conduct field-based surveillance, sampling, mapping and treatment activities for red imported fire ants.
• Undertake scientific and technical field activities to support operational delivery, research and diagnostic services.
• Collect, prepare and manage specimens and samples, and accurately record field data.
• Identify relevant species and environmental conditions while undertaking field activities.
• Safely prepare and use chemicals in accordance with permit conditions and established procedures.
• Maintain, calibrate and use field and testing equipment.
• Clean and sterilise work areas, equipment and materials.
• Work safely and effectively in remote and challenging environments, following WHS, legislative and quality requirements.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders and respond appropriately to enquiries and concerns.




• Contribute positively to your team while also being confident working independently.
To succeed in this role, you will: • Enjoy hands-on, outdoor and field-based work.
• Can work independently and follow established procedures accurately.
• Have strong attention to detail, particularly when collecting samples and recording information.
• Take safety seriously and can work responsibly around chemicals, equipment and changing environmental conditions.
• Are comfortable working in challenging or remote environments.
• Communicate confidently and respectfully with colleagues and members of the community.
• Are adaptable, reliable and willing to learn current scientific and technical practices.
• Enjoy being part of a team working towards a meaningful environmental outcome.

📌 Pest Management Technician, Primary Industries (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Queensland