Job Title: Team Leader Natural Areas
This role involves leading a team of professionals in natural area management, including native species identification and pruning, tree planting and monitoring, and integrated weed control.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with the ability to train and guide employees, as well as conduct practical staff training.
We are seeking an experienced professional who can provide high-level guidance and direction to our team, while also contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
* Responsibilities:
* Native species identification and pruning; tree planting, guarding and monitoring
* Assessment, monitoring and mapping activities within reserves
* Integrated weed control and identification
* Fence installation and repairs
* General bushland, coastal, wetland rehabilitation and maintenance
* Providing on-the-job training and guidance to employees including trainees
Requirements:
* Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management / Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and/or Diploma in Conservation and Land Management
* Current unrestricted C class national driver's licence
* Current White CardChainsaw Ticket
* Previous experience supervising employees and conducting practical staff training
* Previous experience in a bushland conservation environment including weed control and the safe handling and application of weed-spray chemicals
* Experience in Natural Area's work prioritisation and delegation
* Experience in general bushland rehabilitation construction and maintenance activities
* Competent in the use of tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices
* Current Basic First Aid Certificate
* Current Basic Worksite Traffic Management and Traffic Controller Certificate