BRING YOUR INTEREST IN PEST MANAGEMENT AND BUSHLAND PARKS TO OUR TEAM!

About the position.

The Ranger position undertakes control/surveillance programs for invasive restricted and prohibited matter (pest weeds and pest animals) under the relevant legislation (not limited to the Queensland Biosecurity Act 2014), maintenance and repairs to pest barrier fencing, processing of wild dog bounties, and wild dog/fox baiting programs.

This position will work under remote supervision.

• The base wage rate for this position is $1,166.86 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• This is a Permanent Full time position based at Goombungee.
• Work a 9 day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Active social club - TRC Employee's Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
• Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
• A supportive work environment.
• Employee Assistance Program - free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria.

1. Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description (see below).
2. The ability to perform a broad range of tasks requiring specialised industry skills as per position responsibilities.
3. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain plant / machinery consistent with qualifications held / required to the principles of best practice and Council standards.
4. Ability to perform physical labouring tasks.
5. Demonstrated ability to perform tasks in an efficient and productive manner.
6. Sound numeracy, written, and oral communication skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to understand directions and to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
8. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate and timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
9. Knowledge of electronic devices, such as computers and GIS mapping devices.
10. Demonstrated ability to operate as an effective member of a larger bushland management team in order to meet agreed performance and service standards, including:
    • Experience working in natural areas including knowledge relevant to the management of visitor facilities, pests and fire.
    • Ability to complete and record daily works neatly and correctly whilst under remote supervision.
11. Understanding of and commitment to Council's Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.

About Council.

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.