Weed Spray Operator

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living. As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have two opportunities for diligent individuals to operate and run Council’s roadside weed spraying program to apply herbicides in the treatment of weed species along the Bega Valley's road network and reserves. 

As a Weed Spray Operator, you will maintain Council’s roadways and public lands for priority weed species as well as operate plant and equipment used for weed control. You will maintain comprehensive, organised and up to date records and mapping to ensure the identification of biosecurity matter extent density and control.

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About You

We are seeking individuals who hold the following licences and qualifications;

• Current NSW Class C and LR or higher Drivers Licence
• HLTAID003 – Provide first aid (Unit of Competency)
• RIIWHS206 Control traffic with portable traffic control devices and temporary traffic signs
• AHCCHM3037 Prepare and Apply Chemicals to Control Pest, Weeds and Diseases (Unit of Competency)
• AHCCHM304 Transport, Handle and Store Chemicals (Unit of Competency)

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Two (2) years relevant experience in delivery of on ground high volume weed control.
• Excellent attention to detail and able to prioritise works and ability to work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated experience in weed control techniques through manual and chemical applications including spraying herbicide using vehicle-mounted pressurised applicators, backpack units and cut and paint.
• A sound knowledge of Bega Valley Council's Road system.

Benefits

These are fixed term full time positions working 38 hours per week for a period of 14 months.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $74,730.42 gross per annum, comprising of:

• $1,288.90 per week base salary
• $148.22 per week superannuation (calculated at 11.5%)

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary) 
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Employee Assistance Program, LifeWorks App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Jamie Dixon-Keay - Biosecurity and Invasive Species Coordinator on 02 6499 2410.

Applications close 11.59pm AEST on 31 January 2025. 

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.

This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.