Certificate III Conservation & Ecosystem Management Traineeship

Do you have a passion and love for the natural environment? 

Would you love to work with a team of people who have a common goal of protecting natural areas and restoring ecosystem resilience on a range of sites from hinterland rainforests to dunal systems on the Sunshine Coast? 

Are you looking for an employer of choice who fosters a collaborative team culture? 

If you answered yes, ECOllaboration is interested in talking to you.  

About Us 

ECOllaboration is an Australian company based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland providing professional support in: 

Ecological and Environmental Services; 

Environmental Education; 

Stakeholder Liaison; and 

Community Development. 

Our team consists of environmental professionals and administration staff with a passion for the environment and sustainability. 

We take pride in the vast experience, extensive knowledge and broad range of skills of our staff and ensure this expertise is used to manage client satisfaction and environmental outcomes. Our team of experts has over 30 years of combined experience in the delivery of environmental management projects. 
 

The Position 

This position is an initiative by the Skilling for Queenslanders program and aims to upskill job seekers in the Sunshine Coast region. We have on offer a 12-month traineeship in Conservation & Ecosystem ManagementCertificate III.  

These positions also offer trainees the opportunity to obtain their Agricultural Control & Distribution of Chemicals (ACDC) licence as well as a construction white card and chainsaw qualifications. 

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Carry out environmental regeneration and revegetation works as directed. 
• Carry out weed control activities. 
• Undertake appropriate handling, transportation and use of herbicides with an understanding of different techniques and applications. 
• Develop a working knowledge of native plant identification and suitable management methods for specific environments.
• Carry out seed sewing, and production activities in a nursery environment as directed.  
• Carry out safe and correct manual handling of heavy items up to 20kg.
• Develop an understanding of mapping and site planning. 
• Carry out brush cutting and chainsaw activities under supervision. 
• Carry out equipment maintenance. 
• Study and submit assessments on time to complete a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. 

The position may be physically demanding at times and requires a person who is fit, energetic, and feels confident to carry out safe and correct manual handling of heavy items up to 20kg. 

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• An Australian Citizen or on a partner or family visa.
• Must be 15 years or older.
• Have not previously completed a First Start funded Certificate III traineeship. 
• Applicants can not currently be enrolled in any schooling (secondary, postgraduate or tertiary education).

For this role you do not require any prior knowledge of conservation, bush regeneration, and land management. 

Additional program information: 

• This program is perfect for hands-on learners. 
• We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated team member. 
• Physically fit and able to work outside in the Australian summer. 
• Two positions currently available.
• Applications close 1st of April.
• Traineeship for both positions will start April 22nd .
• Wages fall under the Schedule E National Training Wage of the Miscellaneous Award.  

Please submit your application by providing a cover letter addressed to the Skilling Queenslanders for Work Coordinator outlining:  

How you meet the essential required skills listed in the position description, and  why you are the right candidate for this position. 

Please send a cover letter and your resume to *********@ecollaboration.org.au  

Applications close on the 1st of April 2024.