We are excited to offer:
- Full-time position - Fixed Term till 31 December 2024
- Scale 3, $26.87 per hour (probationary rate - first 3 months), then $28.71 per hour
- Work for one of Australia's leading conservation and sustainable eco-tourism organisations
- Stunning coast location
- Participate in weed control activities using best practice techniques for noxious and environmental weeds within the Nature Parks
- Assist with weed mapping and data collection through the use of mobile GIS applications
- Keep accurate records relating to weed control activities such as chemical use and application rates
- Manual thinning or removal of vegetation for fire prevention and maintenance of access tracks
- Assist with revegetation projects as required
- Assist with seed collection as required
- Assist with nursery operations as required
- Minimum of three years’ experience in Natural Resource Management, particularly in the area of weed control.
- Operation of small plant and equipment including Quick spray units, chainsaws, brush cutters, etc.
- An excellent understanding of best practice weed control techniques for woody, herbaceous and grassy weeds.
- A sound understanding of environmental management principles and practices.
- Excellent plant identification skills, particularly the ability to determine native from non-native species.
- Excellent record keeping and data management skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment and take direction.
- Attention to detail and good time management skills.
- The ability to sustain long periods of outdoor physical activity in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Working with Children Check
- Drivers’ License
- First Aid Level II and CPR
- Transport & Store Chemicals and Prepare & Apply Chemicals (ACHCHM304 & 307) (Chemcert, AusChem or similar accredited course)
- Operate and Maintain Chainsaws (ACHMOM213)