Your new company

Our client is a leading Eastern Suburb Council. We are looking for a experienced Bushland Maintenance Officers to join their team and play an important role in protecting, preserving and enhancing the Council’s bushland reserves.

Your new role

• Operate items of plant, equipment and undertake associated manual tasks associated with the city’s Parks operational requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and planning of revegetation works programs.
• Perform a range of revegetation, maintenance, development and associated works including
  • Identify indigenous plants and weeds;
  • Control of weeds using chemical, mechanical and manual methods; and
  • Assist with the collection, preparation and storage of indigenous plant seed.
• Assist with the planning and facilitation of community participation and reserve interpretation services.
• Plan activities and other related recreational and educational activities.
• Comply with all codes of practice and safe operating procedures.

What you'll need to succeed

• Certificate III or IV in Conservation Land Management or related field or equivalent experience, preferably including delivering environmental education programs.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of Parks Unit related plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner including undertaking routine daily maintenance of minor plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work diligently and enthusiastically with minimal supervision in order to meet desired service outcomes within nominated schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, including high levels of reliability and punctuality.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with the public in a clear and courteous manner, in order to present a positive image for the Council, with a strong focus on customer service excellence.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence as well as Satisfactory Police and Working with Children Checks.
• Demonstrated Good Written and Oral communication skills.
• First Aid Certificate

What you'll get in return

• Friendly and dynamic team
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful environment
• 6 month assignment
• $35/ hour+super

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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