Bush Heritage Australia are seeking a Field Officer - Boolcoomatta to join the West & SA team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia's unique wildlife and their habitat.

• Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation.
• Live and work at Boolcoomatta Reserve in SA.
• $61, 913 - $68, 793 pro rata, plus super (with opportunities for further growth).
• Part time 0.6 FTE, seasonal fixed term position from June 2024 to Dec 2024.

About us

For over 30 years we've supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact. As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.

Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.

About the role

Reporting to the Reserve Manager, the Field Officer is responsible for fulfilling the responsibilities associated with this position. The Field Officer will work with the Reserve Manager to ensure the day-to-day management of the Reserve meets the goals of the Reserve Management Plan and Bush Heritage. Reserve-based staff will manage and work in collaboration with non-reserve staff to contribute to the operation of the reserve.

Specifically, it is expected that the incumbent will have relevant work experience and hold required certification, undertake competency assessments, and can demonstrate experience or will complete the following formal training:

• Chemcert - agricultural chemical user accreditation and proven experience with backpack and motorised units.
• Side by Side ATV operator training.
• First aid certificate.
• 4WD Skills & trailer operation.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Commitment to nature conservation and the objectives and values of Bush Heritage Australia.
• Demonstrated work experience in rural land management and or on ground natural resource management.
• Demonstrated experience in health and safety risk assessment procedures and requirements in a rural environment.
• A sound level of physical fitness to undertake required manual activities.
• Proven ability to undertake practical skills relating to mechanical, infrastructure, plant and equipment repair and maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member under both direct and remote supervision.
• Ability to work alongside and supervise volunteers, visitors and contractors.
• Ability to communicate well in both written and oral forms.
• Experience working and living in remote areas with a small team or have the ability and resilience to work and live in remote areas.
• Current open drivers' licence with 4WD experience including recovery skills.

What sets us apart:

• Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working.
• Access to 20 days personal leave per year, 10 of these available from commencement if employment. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave.
• Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.
• Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents, irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers.
• Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids, additional annual leave and possible casual works arrangements for partners.
• Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app.
• Brand new Melbourne office in Docklands with access to state-of-the-art end of trip facilities and a gym.