Protech are looking for 6 experienced Project Officers to join a new team with the National Fire Ant Eradication Project.In this role, your responsibilities will be to support the project planning, development, and execution to undertake two aerial treatments of approximately 106,000 hectares of known high infestations of fire ants within the suppression area.ABOUT THE ROLEImmediate start availableContract through June 2026 with possibility of extension$66.86 per hourBased in Mutdapilly or BerrinbaKEY RESPONSIBILITIESPlan and undertake Fire Ant Suppression Taskforce aerial treatment project activities to engage large landholders, including primary producers, other government agencies and high-risk industries, in aerial fire ant treatment and effective self-management of fire ants on the land they own or manageProvide technical advice to large landholders in areas targeted for aerial treatment on the effective implementation of fire ant management, including risk mitigation, surveillance, treatment and reportingCoordinate and track project activities including project deliverables and risks.
This includes preparation of farm assessments, fire ant self-management plans and recording of data in internal databasesProvide technical support to the operational delivery of the project and its role in assisting the efforts of the National Fire Ant Eradication ProgramTICKETS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREDCurrent open 'C' class Drivers Licence and reliable transportAbility to pass National Police Check prior to commencementPrevious experience in Project Coordination or ManagementA qualification or relevant experience in agriculture, natural resource management, stakeholder engagement and communication, particularly with primary producers or rural communities would be highly regardedHOW TO APPLY?Contact us on 07 3440 2888 or click APPLY below.ABOUT PROTECHAt Protech, we provide Great Work to Great People, taking the hassle out of work so you can focus on a job well done.
We've got your back with:Safe and reliable work.Regular check-ins.A ready, responsive and caring team.Correct pay, on time.As an equal opportunity employer, Protech provides opportunities with leading clients across construction, mining, asphalt, rail, warehousing and manufacturing and has branches in every state and territory.
This means we can provide you with Great Work, no matter where you call home.