Our client is a leading southeastern suburb council. We are looking for 2 experienced Bushland Maintenance Officers to join their team and play an important role in protecting, preserving and enhancing the Council's bushland reserves.
Your new role
- Operate items of plant, equipment and undertake associated manual tasks associated with the city's Parks operational requirements.
- Assist in the preparation and planning of revegetation works programs.
- Perform a range of revegetation, maintenance, development and associated works including
- Identify indigenous plants and weeds;
- Control of weeds using chemical, mechanical and manual methods; and
- Assist with the collection, preparation and storage of indigenous plant seed.
- Assist with the planning and facilitation of community participation and reserve interpretation services.
- Plan activities and other related recreational and educational activities.
- Comply with all codes of practice and secure operating procedures.
What you'll need to succeed
- Certificate III or IV in Conservation Land Management or related field or equivalent experience, preferably including delivering environmental education programs.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of Parks Unit related plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner including undertaking routine daily maintenance of minor plant and equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work diligently and enthusiastically with minimal supervision in order to meet desired service outcomes within nominated schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team setting, including high levels of reliability and punctuality.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with the public in a clear and courteous manner, in order to present a positive image for the Council, with a strong focus on customer service excellence.
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence as well as Satisfactory Police and Working with Children Checks.
- Demonstrated Good Written and Oral communication skills.
- First Aid Certificate
What you'll get in return
- Friendly and dynamic team
- Opportunity to work in a beautiful environment
- 6 month assignment
- $34-38/ hour+super
What you need to do now
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📌 Bushland Maintenance Officer (Dandenong)
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📍 Dandenong
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