At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a unique feral cat eradication project and manage advanced control tools.
- Company: Kangaroo Island Landscape Board, committed to biodiversity and community collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 10/4 roster, five weeks annual leave, and competitive pay.
- Other info: Diverse and flexible work environment with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on wildlife conservation while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience in pest control and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Field Officer - Feral Cat Eradication (several positions)
Location: Kingscote, SA | Be part of a cutting-edge feral cat eradication project and enjoy a unique 10/4 roster with extra leave entitlements.
The Kangaroo Island Landscape Board is seeking Field Officers for the Feral Cat Eradication program.
These exciting roles deliver field operations in accordance with detailed work plans for the Dudley Peninsula feral cat eradication and other control programs.
Responsibilities include managing and maintaining the program's control tools and technology, including advanced cage traps linked to Celium trap monitoring technology, as well as supporting other control and monitoring tools and technology such as soft jaw leg hold traps and 4G camera networks.
Field Officers assist in developing work plans, manage individual and team tasks, and ensure high standards are maintained.
The ability to work effectively in a team and establish strong relationships with the community and landholders is essential for facilitating access for program operations.
- Demonstrated experience with vertebrate pest control programs or similar.
- Experience working in teams and independently in remote field locations.
- Strong communication skills for liaising with landholders, community groups, and stakeholders.
- Experience installing, using, and maintaining field equipment, remote camera monitoring equipment, and pest control devices.
- Sound understanding of field data collection using remote applications and records management systems.
- A South Australian Firearms licence is desirable.
These roles offer a 10/4 roster (10 days on, 4 days off), applicable penalty rates, and entitlement to five weeks paid annual leave per year.
The Kangaroo Island Landscape Board works with landholders, communities, and partners to manage soils, water, pests, and biodiversity, guided by a regional landscape plan with a vision for healthy land and sea.
The board's values are Trust, Collaboration, and Impact.
Applications close on 15/11/2026 at 10:00 PM.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.
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Field Officer - Feral Cat Eradication in Kingscote employer: Kangaroo Island Landscape Board
Kangaroo Island Landscape Board offers a unique working environment with a flexible 10/4 roster, allowing employees to enjoy a balanced work-life schedule. The organization is committed to professional development and provides generous leave entitlements, including five weeks of paid annual leave. Employees have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge conservation projects, contributing to significant environmental outcomes while working collaboratively with the community.
Contact Details:
Kangaroo Island Landscape Board Recruitment Team
