Aboriginal Ranger and Senior Aboriginal Ranger
Melaythenner Teeackana Warrana (Heart of Country) Aboriginal Corporation – Cape Portland TAS
Are you an Aboriginal person interested working on Country?
Do you want to gain a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management?
We have 2 Aboriginal identified roles available: Male Aboriginal Ranger and Female Senior Aboriginal Ranger .
Melaythenner Teeackana Warrana (Heart of Country) Aboriginal Corporation (MTWAC) - Tebrakunna Rangers play a crucial role in the conservation, protection, and management of the natural and cultural resources of Tebrakunna Country. This role requires a deep connection to the local Aboriginal culture and MTWAC community, as well as knowledge of traditional and contemporary land management practices.
The Aboriginal Ranger role and the Senior Aboriginal Ranger role will work collaboratively with their fellow rangers and trainees, MTWAC Elders and stakeholders to ensure the protection and preservation of the natural and cultural values of the region.
Ranger Desirable Experience
* Aboriginal heritage and strong cultural connections within the local Aboriginal community.
* Understanding of Aboriginal land management practices, cultural heritage, and traditional ecological knowledge, conservation principles and sustainable land management practices.
* Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and work effectively with other rangers and trainees, the Aboriginal community, Elders, and stakeholders and work effectively as part of a team taking direction from Senior Rangers.
* Ability to work in remote and physically challenging environments, often in adverse weather conditions.
* Willingness to undertake training and professional development opportunities related to land management, conservation, and cultural heritage.
* Ability to operate equipment and tools necessary for land management tasks and ability to undertake tasks such as fire management and revegetation.
Senior Ranger Additional Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and guidance to a team of rangers and trainee rangers, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of conservation and land management activities.
* Coordinate and prioritise work tasks for the ranger team, considering both cultural and environmental factors on both land and water, ensuring effective use and management of time.
* Mentor, train, and guide rangers and trainee rangers, fostering their personal and professional development.
Training Provided (if not already obtained)
* TAFE registration to undertake a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. Knowledge of local flora, fauna, ecosystems, and environmental management principles.
* Licences and qualifications or ability to attain including: first aid certificate, Working with Vulnerable People card, firearms licence, Tasmanian driver's licence, Boat licence, certifications for brush cutting and chainsaw use.
* Training in recording data accurately and ability to assist with the development of reporting documentation.
MTWAC is committed to providing a supportive and culturally safe working environment. In consideration of the importance of cultural connection and community representation, preference may be given to candidates who are active members of the MTWAC community.
Salary dependent on experience.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to *****@mtwac.org.au
#J-18808-Ljbffr