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 center of Melbourne.
- Permanent Full-Time position.
- Salary $78,076 + Superannuation + RDO + overtime + industry training.
- Based in Notting Hill.
City of 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.
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.
About the Position
You will play a key part in the protection and enhancement of the City of Monash's significant natural reserve areas.
You will be responsible for providing a high standard of bushland maintenance in both remnant and revegetation sites, implementing well developed natural resource management techniques.
Tasks include but are not limited to:
- 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.
The role also provides an exciting opportunity to assist in community engagement and education through events and activities.
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 the 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
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us.
You will have access to:
- 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.
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