Bushland & Wetlands Officer

• Permanent Full-time Opportunity (Part-time applications considered)
• Salary from $71,302 p/a plus Superannuation 
• Based in Notting Hill

About Us

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the geographic centre of Melbourne.

The Bushland & Wetlands Team manage a broad range of significant bushland, wetlands and waterways of high biodiversity value which provide important natural places for our community to connect to nature, explore and enjoy. 

About the Position:

You will play a key part in the protection and enhancement of the City of Monash's significant natural reserve areas. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of bushland maintenance in both remnant and revegetation sites, implementing well developed natural resource management techniques.

The role also requires participation in community engagement and education through events and activities. 

About you:

• Experienced in the use of bushland maintenance techniques & equipment.
• Enjoy being empowered to contribute to, design and implement reserve management and works programs.
• A self-motivated, team player who is responsible for achieving high quality outcomes, through self-management and working as part of a large team.
• Willingly engage in community events and education such as the supervising "Friends of " groups activities and community plantings on some weekends.

Requirements of the position:

• Diploma in Natural Resource Management or equivalent with demonstrated experience;
• Current Victorian Drivers License;
• ACUP or Farm Chemicals Users Certificate;
• Pre-employment Medical Assessment;
• Employee Working with Children’s Check;
• Satisfactory National Police Check;
• Valid Right to Work in Australia; and
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

Benefits:

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Supportive and accessible management;
• Flexible working arrangements;
• Training and development opportunities; and
• Discounted gym memberships.

Position Description:

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How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications are currently open, with a closing date of 7th March 2024 at 11:55pm.

Enquiries:

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Andrew Bailey on 9518 3727 or at *************@monash.vic.gov.au  

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email **************@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.