Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger.

Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community.

The Position

The position is responsible for ensuring AlburyCity Council and the broader community meets its obligations under the Biosecurity Act 2015, Biosecurity Regulation, 2017 and the Murray River Strategic Pest Animal Management Plan. It is required to assist with activities associated with the protection, restoration, and maintenance of Natural Areas, across reserves, parks and landscapes within AlburyCity.

• Working 38 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO
• Flexible working arrangement
• Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team

About us

We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities, and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work and invest.

Qualifications & experience

• TAFE or tertiary qualification in Conservation and Land Management or Natural Resources Management or a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• AQF -3 Chemical Handling Certificate or equivalent
• Construction Induction Card
• Class C (Standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)
• Relevant understanding of Legislations and regulations relating to pest plants and animals

Tasks & responsibilities

• Undertake all employee management activities relevant to the role, including recruitment, performance management and reviews, employee development, disciplinary action, rostering and timesheets, as well as ensuring a high level of employee motivation and team harmony.
• Assist with coordination and planning activities and undertake as required, coordinated weed control activities, natural area rehabilitation projects and assist in the maintenance of natural areas, reserves, and landscape areas.
• Ensure compliance with the Biosecurity Act, 2015 and Biosecurity Regulation, 2017 through the inspection, control, monitoring, and mapping of weed and pest species on land within AlburyCity boundaries.
• Enforce the Biosecurity Act 2015 and other relevant Acts and Regulations through the issuing of notices as required by relevant legislation.
• Ensure compliance with the Murray River Strategic Pest Animal Management Plan.

Hours

Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.

Benefits

Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. 

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.