Closing date: 19/06/2026 5:00 PM E. Australia Standard Time
Location: Roma / Regional
Department: Rural Lands Services
Compensation: Fortnightly payment. Annual salary AUD $80,281.66 - $80,281.66
Employment type: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
About the position:
Lead a regionally based team responsible for delivering rural land services in accordance with relevant state legislation, Council's Biosecurity Plan and Stock Route Management Plan. Working closely with the Coordinator and Manager, the position contributes to the planning, coordination and delivery of operational programs and services that support the protection and sustainability of the Maranoa region's rural industries.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines field-based and office-based responsibilities. The role provides leadership in pest and weed management, stock route operations, infrastructure maintenance, stakeholder engagement and compliance activities, while supporting operational planning, reporting, resource management and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure services are delivered safely, effectively and in alignment with Council priorities.
Key Responsibilities
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Team Leadership
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Pest Management (Weeds & Pest Animals)
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Stock Routes and Water Facilities
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Plant and Equipment Operations
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Community Education Programs
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Compliance and Investigations
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Special Projects and Continuous Improvement
For full details of this position, please ensure you download the attached Position Description, which provides the detailed responsibilities and required skills, experience and qualifications.
Details:
- Permanent, full-time position
- Maranoa Regional Council Certified Agreement 2023 - Stream A- Level 5 -$80,281.66 per annum
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Rural Lands Allowance - $71.79 per week
- Maranoa locality allowance $72.00 per fortnight
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Work a 9-day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off.
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Access Long service leave after seven (7) years
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Five weeks of annual leave
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Ten weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, twenty weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
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Three weeks sick leave annually
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Salary sacrifice facilities (rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)
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Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
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Discounted Gym Memberships at PCYC and Snap Fitness
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Discounted Health Insurance through Bupa
How to Apply:
- Covering letter stating why you are interested in the position.
- Current resume (CV).
Additional Information
Maranoa Regional Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend a vacancy at any time without prior notice, including before the advertised closing date.
For more information:
Website: www.maranoa.qld.gov.au
Telephone: 1300 007 662
Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
