Are you an experienced environmental field leader looking to take greater responsibility for people, projects and conservation outcomes?
Acacia is seeking a capable and motivated Senior Environmental Team Leader to lead environmental field teams working predominantly across Melbourne's western suburbs and surrounding conservation areas.
This is an initial three-month, full-time contract, with likely extentions and the possibility of an ongoing position based on performance and business need.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with strong environmental field experience, sound technical knowledge and the ability to coordinate people, resources and daily site activities.
You will help ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard while supporting the development of the people around you.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 experienced leaders who share our commitment to safe work, quality environmental outcomes and the development of capable and engaged field teams.The opportunityAs a Senior Environmental Team Leader, you will generally lead a field team of three to seven people, with opportunities to support larger teams and major projects alongside other Team Leaders, Environmental Operations Leads and Project Managers.You will provide practical, in-field leadership while also participating in environmental works.
Your responsibilities will include:Coordinating daily site activities, people,



equipment and materialsAllocating tasks to appropriately trained and capable team membersLeading pre-starts, risk assessments, toolbox discussions and site safety processesEnsuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, environmental requirements and Acacia's HSEQ systemsMonitoring the quality, productivity and progress of worksProviding practical instruction, coaching and mentoring to field team membersSupporting the development of environmental and land-management skills within the teamIdentifying and addressing safety, technical, environmental and operational risksMaintaining accurate daily records, including timesheets, chemical records, equipment checks and work outcomesSupporting Project Managers and Environmental Operations Leads with planning, estimating and site informationCommunicating professionally with clients, stakeholders, suppliers and members of the publicIdentifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity and environmental outcomesThis is a practical leadership position, and you will continue to work alongside your team in outdoor and physically demanding conditions.About youYou will be an experienced environmental field practitioner who can confidently lead people while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and client outcomes.You will ideally bring:Demonstrated experience leading environmental field teams, projects or programs of workStrong experience in conservation, land management, ecological restoration or a related fieldAdvanced knowledge of weed control, herbicide application and revegetation techniquesStrong native and introduced plant identification skillsExperience coordinating people, equipment, materials and daily work programsThe ability to provide clear instructions,



practical training, coaching and feedbackStrong safety awareness and experience managing field-based risksSound problem-solving skills and the confidence to make practical decisions on siteGood written, verbal and digital communication skillsThe ability to maintain accurate operational and compliance recordsA professional and constructive approach when working with clients, colleagues and stakeholdersA relevant TAFE or university qualification in Conservation and Land Management, Environmental Science, Agriculture or a related discipline would be highly regarded.
Extensive relevant industry experience may also be considered.ChemCert or equivalent chemical-use trainingConstruction Induction Card or White CardCurrent first aid certificateChainsaw operation and maintenance trainingExperience using GPS, mapping applications and digital field-management systemsApplicants do not need to meet every desirable criterion.
We are interested in experienced environmental leaders who demonstrate sound judgement, strong people skills and a commitment to delivering quality field outcomes.What we offerA senior, hands-on leadership role within a growing environmental organisationThe opportunity to lead works across some of western Melbourne's most significant natural areasVaried projects across grasslands, waterways, bushland reserves, parks and open spacesThe opportunity to build specialist environmental and leadership capabilityOngoing training and qualified developmentCareer pathways into broader operational, project-management and technical rolesCompetitive above-award remuneration based on experience, knowledge and qualificationsA supportive team committed to safety, quality and meaningful conservation outcomesFurther information about Acacia is available on our website.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Senior Environmental Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Acacia Environmental Management
📍 Melbourne