Lead Teams. Deliver Results. Protect Queensland.
Do you have experience leading teams and delivering operational outcomes in a fast-paced environment? Join the National Fire Ant Eradication Program and play a critical role in protecting Queensland from one of Australia's most significant biosecurity threats.
As a Team Leader, you'll lead and develop a field-based team responsible for delivering surveillance, treatment and sampling activities across South East Queensland. You'll be accountable for team performance, operational planning, safety, capability development and the delivery of high-quality field operations.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll balance operational planning with field-based leadership to achieve program outcomes.
What you'll do * Lead and manage a field-based team delivering surveillance, treatment and biosecurity activities. * Plan, coordinate and monitor daily operations to ensure targets and operational outcomes are achieved. * Coach, mentor and develop team members to build capability and performance. * Manage team wellbeing, attendance, performance and workplace conduct. * Provide operational leadership, quality assurance and problem-solving support in the field. * Use GPS devices, tablets and operational systems to monitor progress and maintain accurate records. * Build positive relationships with landholders, stakeholders and community members. * Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements. * Support field operations including surveillance, mapping, trapping, sampling and treatment activities when required. We're looking for people who * demonstrated experience leading and managing teams,



performance and operational delivery * Have demonstrated experience leading and managing teams. * Can motivate, coach and develop employees to achieve high performance. * Have strong operational planning and organisational skills. * Communicate confidently with staff, stakeholders and community members. * Make sound decisions and effectively manage competing priorities. * Have experience monitoring performance and delivering operational outcomes. * Possess sound computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. * Demonstrate a solid commitment to safety, accountability and continuous improvement. This role is suited to people who * Enjoy leading teams and achieving operational outcomes. * Are confident making decisions and providing direction in dynamic environments. * Thrive in fast-paced operational settings. * Take pride in developing people and delivering results. This is an active, field-based role. You will be required to: * Walk up to approximately 15 kilometres per day. * Work outdoors in varying weather conditions. * Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 15kg. * Perform manual handling activities including bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling. * Use hand-operated equipment and approved ant bait products To be eligible for this role, you must hold a current C class driver licence and a current First Aid certificate.
Why join us? * Lead a team delivering important biosecurity outcomes across Queensland. * Make a genuine difference protecting Queensland's environment, agriculture and communities. * Enjoy a 9-day fortnight and opportunities for overtime. * Receive ongoing leadership development and training. * Build leadership experience within one of Australia's largest biosecurity programs.

📌 Team Leader (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane