At a Glance
- Tasks: Join hands-on projects restoring local ecosystems and making a real environmental impact.
- Company: Capricornia Catchments, dedicated to conservation and community engagement.
- Benefits: 24-week paid traineeship with nationally recognised qualifications and practical experience.
- Other info: 12 positions available; apply with a cover letter to showcase your motivation.
- Why this job: Earn while you learn and contribute to meaningful environmental restoration efforts.
- Qualifications: Passion for the environment and willingness to work outdoors as part of a team.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Capricornia Catchments is seeking motivated, environmentally minded individuals to join our Conservation & Ecosystem Management Traineeship program. This is a 24-week, full-time, paid traineeship where you'll gain nationally recognised qualifications while working on real-world environmental restoration projects across the Capricorn Coast, Rockhampton, and surrounding regions.
What You'll Gain
- Certificate I in Conservation & Ecosystem Management (AHC10124)
- Construction White Card (CPCCWHS1001)
- Operate and Maintain Chainsaws (AHCMOM213)
- First Aid & CPR (HLTAID011)
- ACDC Agricultural Chemicals Licence (AHCPMG301, AHCCHM304 & AHCCHM307)
- Biosecurity Vehicle Washdown Certificate (AHCBIO203)
- Working with Children Blue Card if eligible
Applicants must be 15+ years of age and not enrolled in school to be eligible for this traineeship. This program is designed to build practical, job-ready skills for those looking to enter the environmental, land management, or conservation industries.
Real Projects. Real Impact.
Trainees gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, previous trainees have worked on projects such as:
- Duthie park restoration site
- Lyle Albert Dobbs park restoration site
- Mt Archer revegetation project
- Various beaches including Lammermoor Beach and Kemp Beach rehabilitation works
- Oxford Road Creek rehabilitation
- Moores Creek revegetation
- Beach clean-ups and coastal fencing projects
- Supporting the Capricorn Caves forest revegetation project
- Supporting Konomie Islands revegetation efforts
- Planting for fish habitat improvement and erosion control at Mt Morgan Dam
You won't just be studying — you'll be actively restoring local ecosystems and contributing to lasting environmental outcomes.
What a Typical Fortnight Looks Like
- On-site practical work across bushland and community restoration sites
- Activities may include planting native species, weed control, fencing, erosion control, rubbish removal and habitat improvement works
- Approximately one day per fortnight in classroom training, covering theory, safety, chemical use, plant identification and industry knowledge
- Work days and hours are Monday to Friday 6.30am-2.30pm
This balance ensures you develop both hands-on skills and the knowledge required to succeed in the field.
We're Looking For People Who Are:
- Reliable and motivated
- Passionate about the environment
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
- Willing to learn and work as part of a team
- Interested in future employment in conservation, land management or environmental services
There are 12 positions available for this intake. Please include a cover letter to tell us about yourself. If you're ready to earn while you learn and build a career making a real environmental difference in your own community, we encourage you to apply.
This training is proudly funded by the Queensland Government through its Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.
Conservation & Ecosystem Management Traineeship employer: Capricornia Catchments
Capricornia Catchments is an exceptional employer for those passionate about the environment, offering a unique 24-week paid traineeship that combines hands-on experience with nationally recognised qualifications. Located in North Rockhampton, the program fosters a supportive work culture where trainees actively contribute to meaningful environmental restoration projects while developing practical skills and knowledge essential for future careers in conservation and land management. With a focus on real-world impact and community engagement, this traineeship not only provides valuable training but also opens doors for personal and professional growth in a vibrant and eco-conscious setting.
