Job Title:
Eyre Peninsula Operations Support Officer
Tenure:
FTE (negotiable)
Reports To:
Regional Revegetation Manager - Eyre Peninsula, SA
About Cassinia Environmental
Cassinia is a private conservation and sustainable agriculture business established in 2004. Our core mission is to protect Australia's unique biodiversity and ecosystems; restore degraded landscapes; reconnect isolated areas of remnant vegetation; and embed people into nature and regenerative food production systems. Cassinia's vision is to see Australia's national parks reconnected, and to impact 1 million hectares of Australian landscape and plant or protect 100 million trees by 2030.
Position Summary
The Eyre Peninsula Operations Support Officer will undertake land management and revegetation tasks required to protect, restore and enhance biodiversity so that landscapes are healthy, connected and productive. This role operates with some autonomy under the direction of the Regional Revegetation Manager. You will work independently, in small teams of 2 or 3, and at times in larger teams, with occasional supervision of contractors, new staff, interns or volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
* Uphold the core values and strategic vision of Cassinia Environmental.
* Undertake hands-on work related to land management, including tree planting, seed collecting, fencing, herbicide spraying, pest animal management, direct seeding, tractor work and machinery repairs.
* Identify vehicle, asset and equipment maintenance needs and schedules and manage maintenance works.
* Identify and report OH&S risks and incidents, and follow Cassinia OH&S policies.
* Provide accurate and timely reporting on land management and revegetation works using Google applications and mapping applications.
* Occasionally travel to properties across Victoria, New South Wales and other locations in South Australia, which may require overnight stays. Most work will be on the Eyre Peninsula.
* Share knowledge and experience with less experienced staff, volunteers and interns.
Key Skills & Experience
* A Diploma or Certificate in Conservation, Land Management or Agriculture would be an advantage but is not essential.
* Relevant environmental land management experience.
* Relevant farm experience with an interest in environmental restoration.
* Strong time management and organisational skills to accomplish objectives effectively within the provided time frame.
* A desire to work as a team and a willingness to assist and support others.
* Knowledge of plants and animals, including the identification of target weed species, native plant species, and pest animals.
* Ability to undertake work in isolated and remote areas in a safe manner.
Additional Requirements
* Driver's licence (4WD competency).
* A chemical handling certificate (strong advantage).
* Ability to operate a range of machinery and equipment, including four-wheel drive vehicles, tractors, herbicide spray units, and power tools.
* Hold the necessary machinery qualifications, licenses and certificates.
* Must be physically fit.
* An interest in the conservation and restoration of the natural environment.
* Alignment with Cassinia values: Humility, Integrity, Excellence, Relationships, Generosity, Innovation.
Benefits
* Opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental projects that protect, restore and enhance biodiversity.
* Work with a team that values knowledge sharing and support.
* Opportunities to continue to develop and expand your skills and knowledge in revegetation and land management.
How to Apply
If you have a passion for conservation and hands-on land management experience, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying to Cassinia Environmental at
Applications close Monday 13
th
October 2025.