Are you an experienced environmental field worker ready to take the next step into leadership?
Acacia is seeking a motivated and capableEnvironmental Team Leaderto lead small field teams delivering environmental restoration and land management projects predominantly across Melbourne's western suburbs.
This role is a 6 month position with the possability of it being ongoing based on performance and business need.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, supporting others and taking responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of daily field activities.
You will generally lead a team of one to three field team members and may also work alongside Senior Environmental Team Leaders and other Team Leaders on larger projects.
The position will have a strong focus on projects across Melbourne's west, including native grasslands, waterways, conservation reserves, parks and open spaces.
Some travel to other project locations across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria may also be required.
Acacia delivers environmental field and consulting services across reserves, waterways, parks and open spaces throughout greater Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Our teams undertake sensitive weed control, ecological restoration, revegetation, vegetation management and sustainable landscaping to protect biodiversity and enhance natural environments.
As Acacia continues to grow, we are looking for people who are ready to develop their leadership skills while continuing to deliver practical environmental work alongside their team.
The opportunity
As an Environmental Team Leader, you will coordinate daily site activities and guide team members to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required environmental and quality standards.
You will continue to participate in field work while providing practical leadership and support to your team.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and working alongside a small environmental field team




Coordinating daily tasks, equipment, vehicles and materials
Allocating work to appropriately trained and capable team members
Conducting pre-starts, risk assessments, equipment checks and toolbox discussions
Ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications and Acacia's procedures
Monitoring the safety, quality, productivity and progress of field activities
Providing practical instruction, coaching and on-the-job support
Checking on the safety and wellbeing of team members
Identifying and responding to safety, technical and environmental risks
Maintaining accurate daily records, including timesheets, chemical records and equipment checks
Communicating site progress, resource needs and potential issues to the Environmental Operations Lead
Supporting positive relationships with clients, stakeholders and members of the public
Identifying practical opportunities to improve safety, productivity and environmental outcomes
This is an active field-based position involving physically demanding outdoor work in a range of weather and environmental conditions.
About you
You will have practical experience in environmental field work, conservation or land management and be ready to take greater responsibility for coordinating people and site activities.
You will ideally bring:
Experience working within environmental, conservation or land management field teams
Previous experience leading, supervising or supporting other field workers
Knowledge of weed control, herbicide application and revegetation techniques




Native and introduced plant identification skills
Experience using environmental field tools, equipment and small plant
Strong safety awareness and the ability to identify and manage field-based risks
The ability to provide clear instructions and practical guidance
Valuable communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills
A reliable and constructive approach to leadership
The ability to complete field records using digital systems and applications
A relevant TAFE or university qualification in Conservation and Land Management, Environmental Science, Agriculture or a related discipline would be highly regarded.
Relevant industry experience may also be considered.
Other desirable qualifications and experience include:
ChemCert or equivalent chemical-use training
Construction Induction Card or White Card
Current first aid certificate
Chainsaw operation and maintenance training
Experience using GPS, mapping applications or digital field-management systems
Applicants do not need to meet every desirable criterion.
This opportunity may suit an experienced environmental field worker who has started taking informal responsibility for others and is ready to move into a formal leadership position.
What we offer
A hands-on environmental leadership opportunity
The chance to lead works across significant natural areas in Melbourne's west
Varied projects across grasslands, waterways, bushland reserves, parks and open spaces
Support from experienced Senior Environmental Team Leaders and Environmental Operations Leads
Ongoing leadership and technical development
Opportunities to progress into senior leadership, technical and project-based roles
Competitive above-award remuneration based on experience, skills and qualifications
A supportive team committed to safety, quality and meaningful conservation outcomes
Further information about Acacia is available on our website.
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📌 Environmental Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Acacia Environmental Management
📍 Melbourne