Field Technician

The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community. 

Field Technician

• Salary: $73,553 per annum ($1,414 per week)
• Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Permanent Full time
• 9-day fortnight
• Ref No: 26-018

Have you had training and experience in the maintenance of natural areas and enjoy working outdoors?

Parks and Natural Environment are seeking a passionate Field Technician to join our Natural Environment team. In this hands on role you will undertake natural area regeneration duties including chemical and manual weed control, planting, fencing, seed collection and propagation of native plants.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Conservation and Ecosystem Management or related discipline, or relevant experience.
• Chemical Certificate (Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases AHCCHM307, Transport and store chemicals AHCCHM304 and Control weeds AHCPMG301).
• Basic Worksite Traffic Management and Traffic Control Certificates.
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR (HLTAID011 and HLTAID009).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• WA C Class Driver’s Licence.

If you are interested we would like to hear from you. Further information can be obtained by calling Ryan McWaters, Supervisor Natural Environment on 9400 4150.

To apply, please submit your resume and a covering letter online, addressing your knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Applications close 11.55pm on Monday 9 February 2026.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

JAMES PEARSON

Chief Executive Officer

Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.