Ecosystems Management Services Officer
Lady Elliot Island is a coral cay located at the southern tip of the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. The Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, an award-winning eco-tourism business operates on the island.
The resort is in its 8th year of delivering a major revegetation program funded by the GBRMPA (Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority). The program’s vision is to restore the cay’s natural ecosystems and create a diversity of habitats suitable for migratory nesting seabirds and sea turtles; and develop terrestrial ecosystem resilience.
We are seeking an Ecosystems Management Services Officer to join our small island team on a casual basis for a 6-month period. The role is due to commence in July and f inish up in December. It will be based on Lady Elliot Island, flying from Hervey Bay and accommodation will be in a shared room.
Duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
* Planting native coral cay species,
* Weeding (multiple methods) and providing post-planting care to areas under restoration,
* Irrigation installation and removal,
* Assist in the nursery, as required,
* Assist with the revegetation volunteer program,
* Equipment maintenance,
* Resort guest interactions and knowledge sharing,
Skills, Qualifications and attributes required:
* The ability to work unsupervised,
* A strong focus on safety and quality standards,
* Current driver’s licence,
* ACDC Licence,
* Chainsaw Licence,
Skills or experience associated with the following aspects will be considered favourably: • Revegetation,
* Horticulture or Agriculture,
* In-field irrigation,
* Heavy machinery (front end loader) experience,
* Knowledge of coastal SE Qld or Southern GBR native plants,
* Knowledge of common exotic plant species found in coastal SE Qld.
Benefits:
* Meals, shared accommodation and return rostered flights from Hervey Bay provided.
* The opportunity to explore the Great Barrier Reef when off duty.
This is a physically demanding role which requires a good level of physical fitness. This role is located on a remote island in the Great Barrier Reef. Applicants need to be aware that working in a remote area is a different environment where you may experience less of the everyday comforts of life. The only transport option is via light aircraft. The successful applicant will be recruited to fly in/out of Hervey Bay for a 6 month period. For the right person, working in a remote location on the Great Barrier Reef can be a highly rewarding experience.
Job Type: Fixed term
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: From $33.38 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 38 per week
Work Location: In person