At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead ecological restoration projects and mentor field teams in a hands-on role.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Forest Rehabilitation Ecology making a difference in the environment.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for growth, training, and outdoor work.
- Other info: Dynamic field-based role with a focus on teamwork and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in ecological restoration and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Location: Gold Coast, QLD (work across South East Queensland and northern New South Wales, at client sites and the FRE works depot/office)
Employment: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Initially approximately 80% field and site-based and 20% office and operational management
Position Purpose
The Assistant Manager - Field Operations is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of ecological restoration projects. The position leads and works alongside field teams, coordinates day-to-day site delivery, monitors project performance and supports planning, reporting, client communication and operational management. The role provides a pathway toward greater project and operations management responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise and work alongside ecological restoration and bush regeneration crews.
- Take responsibility for day-to-day delivery of allocated projects, including work quality, productivity, site presentation and progress against allocated hours.
- Provide practical direction on weed management, assisted natural regeneration, revegetation and other restoration techniques.
- Conduct site inspections and assess upcoming, active and completed projects, identifying issues, additional works, required resourcing and potential variations promptly.
- Mentor field supervisors, technicians and developing team members and promote a professional, cooperative and accountable team culture.
- Ensure SWMS, risk controls, environmental requirements, chemical procedures, client specifications and relevant legislation are understood and followed.
- Lead by example in WHS, PPE use, incident and near-miss reporting, equipment safety and environmentally responsible work practices.
- Maintain high standards of native plant and environmental weed identification and ecological restoration best practice.
- Support staff scheduling and coordinate vehicles, equipment, chemicals, plants and other project resources.
- Liaise professionally with clients, contractors and landholders on site and by phone or email.
- Review field records, photographs, maps and project documentation and assist with progress and completion reporting.
- Support labour and resource estimates for quotations and tenders following site assessments.
- Assist with operational planning, continuous improvement and other reasonable duties consistent with the position.
Essential Experience and Capabilities
- Substantial practical experience in ecological restoration, bush regeneration or natural area management.
- Demonstrated experience supervising field crews, leading projects or coordinating site works.
- Strong native plant and environmental weed identification skills, with sound knowledge of herbicide application and ecological restoration techniques in line with best practice.
- Ability to organise work, manage competing priorities, solve practical problems and take responsibility for project outcomes.
- Confident and professional communication with staff, clients, contractors and landholders.
- Good written communication, basic computer skills and the ability to complete accurate field and project records.
- Current driver's licence and capacity to undertake the inherent physical and outdoor requirements of a predominantly field-based role.
Desirable Qualifications and Skills
- Qualifications in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, ecology, environmental science or a related field are highly regarded.
- First Aid, chemical application, White Card, chainsaw, 4WD, GIS/mapping, high-level plant identification and other relevant industry qualifications are desirable.
- Rope access skills are advantageous but not essential.
Performance Expectations
Performance will be assessed against safe and compliant work practices; ecological and workmanship standards; project delivery within allocated time and resources; quality of leadership, communication and records; care of vehicles and equipment; and contribution to team and operational improvement. A formal performance and remuneration review will be conducted after six months. Mentoring and training will be provided to support the successful applicant’s transition into the role.
Assistant Manager – Field Operations in Brisbane employer: Forest Rehabilitation Ecology
As a leading employer in ecological restoration, we offer a dynamic work environment in Brisbane that prioritises safety and performance while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the environment, making this role not just a job, but a rewarding career path for those passionate about sustainability.
Contact Details:
Forest Rehabilitation Ecology Recruitment Team
