Are you passionate about protecting Victoria's native grasslands and threatened ecosystems?
Acacia is seeking motivated Environmental Team Members to undertake ecological restoration and conservation work across Melbourne's western grasslands.We welcome applications from experienced environmental field workers, ecology and conservation graduates, land management professionals, conservation volunteers, and people looking to begin a career in environmental management.Melbourne's western grasslands are among Victoria's most ecologically significant and threatened ecosystems.
They support a diverse range of native plants and wildlife and require careful, ongoing management.
This position provides an opportunity to work directly within these important conservation areas and contribute to their long-term protection and restoration.Acacia delivers environmental field works and consulting services across reserves, waterways, parks and open spaces throughout greater Melbourne.Our teams undertake sensitive weed control, ecological restoration, revegetation and vegetation management to protect and enhance native vegetation and habitat.As Acacia continues to grow, we are looking for people who respect the natural environment, enjoy practical outdoor work and want to contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes.The opportunityAs an Environmental Team Member, you will work across Melbourne's western grasslands, undertaking activities such as:Ecological restoration and habitat improvementWeed identification and controlHerbicide applicationRevegetation and plant establishmentNative and introduced plant identificationGeneral environmental field work and site maintenanceWhile western grassland management will be a key focus, you may also contribute to projects across bushland reserves, waterways,



parks and other open space environments.The role involves practical outdoor work in changing weather conditions and will include physically demanding activities.About youWe are looking for people who:Have a genuine interest in environmental conservation and ecological restorationWork safely, proactively and constructively within a teamCommunicate clearly and respectfully with colleagues, clients and members of the publicAre willing to learn and develop their environmental field skillsHold a current driver's licence and can reliably travel to the required work locationThe following would be highly regarded:Experience in the management of native grasslandsExperience in environmental field work, natural resource management, arboriculture, landscaping, horticulture or other outdoor labouring rolesExperience with herbicide application and weed controlKnowledge of native and introduced vegetation found across greater MelbourneA relevant TAFE or university qualificationA Construction Induction Card or White CardA current first aid certificateAn ACUP licence or relevant chemical-use trainingApplicants do not need to meet every desirable criterion.
Training and development opportunities may be available for the right candidates.What we offerThe prospect to work within some of Victoria's most significant native grassland reservesPractical experience in grassland ecology, restoration and conservation managementAbove-award payOngoing training and professional developmentOpportunities to progress into leadership, environmental consulting and technical specialist rolesA supportive team of people committed to environmental conservationVaried outdoor work that contributes to genuine biodiversity outcomesFurther information about Acacia is available on our website.
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📌 Environmental Team Members - Western Grasslands (Melbourne)
🏢 Acacia Environmental Management
📍 Melbourne