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Title:

Field Services Officer

Advertiser:

Phillip Island Nature Parks

Location:

Cowes, Phillip Island, Victoria

We are excited to offer:

  • Full-time position - Fixed Term till 30 June 2025
  • Scale 3, $26.87 per hour (probationary rate - first 3 months), then $28.71 per hour
  • Work for one of Australia's leading conservation and sustainable eco-tourism organisations

Why Work for Us?

Are you passionate about making a difference and engaging in work with a meaningful purpose? At Phillip Island Nature Parks, we are a values-driven organisation dedicated to conservation and wildlife protection. All our proceeds are directed towards these vital efforts, allowing you to contribute to something truly impactful.

We pride ourselves on a flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. Join us and be part of a team that shares your commitment to environmental and wildlife conservation. Here, you’ll find a rewarding career and a truly great place to work. 

The Role

As a Field Services Officer, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to implement effective habitat management practices within Phillip Island Nature Parks. Your main focus will be on timely and efficient weed control techniques, along with assisting in revegetation efforts, nursery operations, seed collection, and track maintenance. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in weed control activities using best practice techniques for noxious and environmental weeds within the Nature Parks’ 
  • Assist with weed mapping and data collection through the use of mobile GIS applications 
  • Keep accurate records relating to weed control activities such as chemical use and application rates 
  • Manual thinning or removal of vegetation for fire prevention and maintenance of access tracks 
  • Assist with revegetation projects to restore native plant communities.
  • Assist with seed collection for future planting and initiatives.
  • Support nursery operations, including plant propagation and maintenance.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Previous experience in natural resource management, particularly in the area of weed control.
  • Operation of small plant and equipment including Quick spray units, chainsaws, brushcutters etc
  • Excellent plant identification skills, particularly the ability to determine native from non-native species
  • Ability to work independently, in a team environment and take direction
  • Excellent Communication skills

To commence your journey with us, the following is required:

  • Working with Children Check
  • Manual Drivers’ Licence
  • First Aid Level II and CPR
  • Transport & Store Chemicals and Prepare & Apply Chemicals (ACHCHM304 & 307) (Chemcert, AusChem or similar accredited course)
  • Operate and Maintain Chainsaws (ACHMOM213)
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Date published:

11-Oct-2024

Closing date:

27-Oct-2024