Natural Area Officer
- Hands-on role maintaining natural areas through weed control and habitat restoration.
- Work as part of a small team to manage vegetation and maintain infrastructure.
- Engage with community groups and volunteers for environmental projects.
Hands-on outdoor role maintaining natural areas through weed control, revegetation and habitat restoration
Your new company
Our client is a well-established local organisation committed to protecting and enhancing natural areas, parks and open spaces throughout the region. With a strong focus on environmental sustainability and quality community spaces, they are seeking an experienced Natural Area Officer to join their team
Your new role
As a Natural Area Officer, you will undertake a variety of hands-on habitat restoration, vegetation management and general maintenance activities across local natural areas. Working as part of a small team, you'll assist with weed control, brush cutting, revegetation and the maintenance of natural area infrastructure.
Your duties will include:
- Weed control and vegetation management
- Brush cutting and revegetation activities
- Using herbicides and pesticides safely and effectively
- Habitat restoration and general natural area maintenance
- Operating and maintaining chainsaws, power tools and small plant
- Maintaining infrastructure and assets within natural areas
- Completing daily records, pre-start checks and work requests
- Working alongside community groups, volunteers and other stakeholders
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in weed control, vegetation management and restoration
- Construction White Card / General Construction Induction
- Current QLD C Class Driver's Licence or equivalent
- Chainsaw Level 1 qualification
- ACDC Commercial Operator's Licence
- Chemical Accreditation AQF3
- Ability to work effectively within a small team
- Good communication skills and ability to work with volunteers and community groups
- Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management highly regarded
- Ability to undertake regular local travel and occasional out-of-hours work when required
What you'll get in return
You'll receive $34.96 per hour plus penalties, working Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 3:30pm. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and wants to put their environmental and land management experience to use while helping protect and restore natural areas throughout the local region.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the"apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please contact Zoe Ingram on (07) 4960 1128.
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