Environmental Offsets Team Leader in Caloundra

At Evolve Environmental, we’re passionate about restoring and protecting Australia’s natural landscapes. We deliver high-quality ecological restoration and environmental offset projects — from planning and design through to long-term on-ground management.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Environmental Offsets Leader to take charge of an on-ground field team delivering restoration and offset works across Southeast Queensland. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being outdoors and leading by example. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day supervision of a small crew carrying out activities such as native planting, weed control, fire management, and erosion control, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and Ecologists to bring restoration plans to life and deliver measurable ecological outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a small team undertaking on-ground restoration and offset works.
• Carry out and oversee:
• Native tree and shrub planting
• Weed control (chemical and manual methods)
• Site preparation and maintenance
• Fire management and back burning
• Erosion and sediment control
• Ensure all tasks are performed safely, on time, and to specification.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment in good working order.
• Record field data and complete daily work reports.
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding progress, issues, and site conditions.
• Promote a positive and safe team culture.

About You

You’re a practical, reliable leader who enjoys hands‑on outdoor work and takes pride in achieving high‑quality environmental outcomes. You’re organised, safety‑focused, and comfortable managing a small crew in the field.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading or supervising field staff in environmental restoration, bush regeneration, or land management.
• Strong knowledge of native vegetation, weed species, and control techniques.
• Competent in the safe use of herbicides and small plant/equipment (brush cutters, chainsaws, pumps, sprayers, etc.).
• Current manual driver’s licence (4WD experience).
• White Card and Chemical Accreditation (ACDC or equivalent).
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Experience in large scale, land and or farm management.
• Experience in fire management, erosion control, or monitoring of restoration works.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Experience in Forestry planting and site management.
• Experience working on environmental offset projects.

Why Join Evolve Environmental?

Be part of a passionate team restoring local environments across Southeast Queensland. Supportive management and opportunities for training and career development. Long-term, stable employment with a respected environmental company.