Rural Land Services Officer - Surat (Roma)

Rural Land Services Officer (Surat)

Surat, QLD | Fixed‑Term Full time (38 hrs/week) to December 2026 | Salary $70,798.69 + allowances + 9‑day fortnight.

• Maranoa locality allowance ($72/fortnight)
• Rural Lands Allowance ($71.79/week)
• Tool Allowance (as per Award)

Pest Management (Plants & Animals)

• Deliver weed and wild dog control programs
• Administer 1080 distribution and maintain compliance records
• Map infestations and monitor outcomes
• Work directly with landholders and stakeholders
• Process wild dog scalps and related documentation

Stock Route Management

• Monitor travel and agistment compliance
• Inspect and maintain water facilities and pasture conditions
• Maintain and construct infrastructure (fences, tanks, troughs, signage)
• Assist with managing straying stock

Compliance, Operations & Community

• Conduct inspections and enforce relevant legislation
• Prepare reports and support enforcement action where requiredOperate and maintain vehicles, spray equipment and plant
• Deliver community education and provide practical land management advice

• Experience in a rural or livestock environment
• Practical knowledge of pest plant and animal control
• Understanding of stock route operations and compliance requirements
• Experience working outdoors in challenging conditions
• Skills in rural water infrastructure maintenance
• Knowledge of safe chemical and poison handling
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• A practical, community‑focused approach

• C Class Driver Licence
• Queensland Health approval for 1080 and Strychnine
• ACDC Chemical Accreditation
• White Card
• Q Fever, Hepatitis B and ABLV (Rabies) vaccinations
• Weapons Licence (Category A & B)
• Humane Destruction of Animals training

• Qualifications in Land Management, Applied Science or similar

• 9‑day fortnight (RDO)
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 3 weeks personal leave per year
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential support)

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will undergo a Criminal History Check and pre‑employment medical. Council may close or extend this vacancy at any time.

Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.