At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain and enhance beautiful bushland and wetlands.
- Company: Be part of Monash, a vibrant and diverse city organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Join a supportive team committed to inclusivity and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in nature conservation while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Natural Resource Management or relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 78076 - 78076 $ per year.
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 demographic centre of Melbourne.
About the Position
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.
Tasks:
- Revegetation and indigenous garden bed maintenance
- Riparian and wetland maintenance
- Remnant maintenance
- Indigenous planting and seedbank programs
- Fuel reduction in accordance with relevant fire preparedness programs
- Monitoring, protecting, and enhancing flora and fauna values
Skills and Experience:
- Experienced in the use of bushland maintenance techniques & equipment
- Enjoy being empowered to contribute to, co-develop, and implement reserve management and operational works programs
- A 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 supervising "Friends of" groups activities and community plantings on some weekends
Requirements:
- Relevant industry tertiary qualification such as Diploma in Natural Resource Management or equivalent 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
- Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.
Benefits:
- Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
- Vibrant health and well-being programs
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.
Monash Council is committed to being 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
If you share our values, are ready to build your future and want to help us make Monash the most liveable city in Victoria.
Bushland & Wetland Officer in Melbourne employer: Council Jobs
Diamantina Shire Council is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture and providing opportunities for professional growth within the Infrastructure Services team. Located in a vibrant community, the council offers competitive benefits, a commitment to safety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact through quality maintenance of local facilities and infrastructure. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises customer service and continuous improvement.
