Biosecurity officer, Āpiha haumaru koiora
Also known as
- Biosecurity field officer, biosecurity field operator, biodiversity officer, biosecurity technician
Biosecurity officers check areas of land and water for harmful animals or plants and organise pest destruction and control.
Duration
2:39 mins
Your pay could be
$55K
Lower
$68K to $104K
Most common
$126K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Biosecurity officers
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- usually work in offices and outdoors and may travel locally
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions involving chemicals
- need to be practical, responsible and safety conscious
Tasks
- inspect plants, land and water for pests
- ensure compliance with pest laws
- report on legal breaches of pest issues
- develop pest management policies
- manage pest removal and restoration projects
- advise landowners on pest control
- collect data on pest control trials
- educate the public on pest control
- arrange for pest removal
Organised
Enterprising
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need a qualification to become a biosecurity officer and experience may be useful.
You may need
- a relevant tertiary qualification in horticulture and viticulture, environmental studies, agriculture or similar area
- a master's degree in environmental sustainability, pest and weed control, ecology or similar area
- experience in similar work
- a Growsafe certificate
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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