Environmental Management Unit (EMU) is a leading ecological restoration business delivering bushland maintenance, large-scale revegetation and land management projects across SEQ.
We are looking for an experienced Leading Hand to run a small field crew (2–4 workers), take ownership of site outcomes, and uphold our standards for safety and restoration quality.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Site Leadership: Run morning briefings, pre-start checks, and direct daily field activities.
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On-Site Operations: Lead weed management, planting projects, erosion control, and chemical application.
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Crew Support: Coach and mentor crew members, setting a high benchmark for work quality and safety.
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Site Management: Manage chemical stock, vehicle/equipment checks, and submit daily digital record sheets (GoCanvas).
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Stakeholder Contact: Act as the on-site contact for council reps and management.
What We’re Looking For
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Experience: 3+ years' hands-on bush regeneration / land management experience.
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Leadership: Proven ability to manage a field crew, prioritise site tasks, and solve problems on-site.
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Technical Skills: Strong SEQ weed ID, restoration techniques, and safe herbicide application.
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Licences & Tickets: Valid Driver's Licence (non-negotiable), White Card, ACDC Chemical Licence, and Chainsaw ticket.
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Tech Skills: Comfortable using mobile apps for daily reporting and site tracking.
Nice to Have
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Certificate III in Conservation & Ecosystem Management (or equivalent)
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First Aid Certificate
Why Join EMU?
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Stability: Permanent full-time salary with steady project pipelines.
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Active Support: Direct access to management without corporate red tape.
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Career Growth: Opportunities to shape EMU's internal processes and field methodologies.
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Contact Details:
Environmental Management Unit Recruitment Team
