Salary Range: $65,078.43 - $66,818.86 per annum plus applicable allowances
Position Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Gordonvale Depot, 22-64 Highleigh Road, Gordonvale
Application Close Date: Sunday, 4 January 2026 at 11.30pm AEST
Are you interested in working in nature, in a varied role?
Do you want to help make a lasting difference to the Cairns Region's iconic environment?
Don't miss your opportunity to snap up a fantastic role working in our Natural Assets Management team
What You Will Do:
As a Land Protection Officer, you will enjoy leading by example in undertaking a diverse range of tasks, ensuring that no two days are ever the same
What We Are Looking For:
* A current class C Drivers Licence (Manual) to have the ability to independently drive between various locations to meet operational needs.
* Secondary education with good writing and communication skills along with a Cert III Horticulture, Cert II Conservation & Land Management or equivalent or extensive experience in an environmental and/ or land management role.
* Able to identify declared species and manage and control same e.g. landscaping, forestry, environmental repair, park development, pest plant and animal control.
* Demonstrated ability to undertake a wide variety of physically demanding labouring tasks in a range of climatic conditions and terrains.
* Experience in using small plant.
* An understanding and knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety relating to outdoor work activities in parks and reserves.
Some benefits we offer:
* Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
* Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
* Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
* Up to 3 weeks personal leave
* Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
* Salary sacrifice opportunities
We are committed to:
Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU
Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: 3***
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
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