Biosecurity officer

Also known as

Biosecurity field officer, biosecurity field operator, biodiversity officer, biosecurity technician

AUT programmes

• Biomedical Science Major - Bachelor of Science

Work environment

• 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

Typical 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

Salary information

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Further study options

• Postgraduate Certificate in Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Science
• Master of Science
• Master of Science (Research)