Posted 9d ago

Planning Support Officer

Queensland Government Berrinba QLD 4117

Temporary Full time
Base pay
$90,868 - $99,582
Fortnightly salary: $3,483.00 - $3,817.00

Key points we found

  • Support strategic planning for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program.
  • Conduct data analysis and reporting to inform decision-making.
  • Assist in the development and refinement of program strategies.

Department of Primary Industries (DPI)

  1. $90,868 - $99,582 p.a.
  2. Use scheduling tools like ArcGIS/ArcPro to enhance planning processes
  3. Develop and refine strategies for treatment and surveillance activities

Support strategic planning with data analysis, risk monitoring, reporting, and strategy development. ArcGIS/Project tools experience highly regarded.

As a Planning Support Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic and operational planning functions of the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. Your work will involve collecting and analysing data to inform decision-making, contributing to the development and refinement of program strategies, and ensuring risks are effectively monitored and managed. By providing high-quality reports and recommendations, you will help guide operational planning, progress monitoring, and the delivery of program outcomes. This role requires a proactive and analytical approach to support the program's mission of eradicating fire ants.

Key Responsibilities and Outputs:

  1. Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect and analyse information to draft reports and recommendations that support operational planning, progress monitoring, and strategic decision-making.
  2. Strategy Development: Contribute to the creation, review, and communication of comprehensive strategies that guide treatment, surveillance, and operational activities.
  3. Risk Monitoring: Support the identification, monitoring, and assessment of existing and emerging risks to ensure program deliverables are achieved effectively.
  4. Operational Guidance: Assist in documenting and updating program strategies to provide clear guidance for staff and support operational decision-making.
  5. Research and Innovation: Research and evaluate adaptive strategies for managing new infestations and technical challenges, contributing to effective risk analysis and planning activities.
  6. Technical Expertise: Leverage practical knowledge of tools such as ArcGIS/ArcPro and project scheduling software to analyse spatial data, support risk assessments, and enhance planning and scheduling processes.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/691478/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 25 June 2026

Candidates apply for your job on LINK: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-691478-26

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Skills
ArcGIS
ARCPRO
Operational Planning
Project Scheduling Software
Report writing
Reporting
Risk Monitoring
Spatial Data Analysis
Strategy development

More details
Expiring date
25 Jun 2026
Date posted
10 Jun 2026
Category
Government, Emergency & Defence
Occupation
Other
Contract type
Temporary
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Public Administration and Safety
Sector
Government
Desired education level
Bachelor's degree

Queensland Government

Government
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