About the role

This role contributes to the success of the City by performing effective and efficient biodiversity program field works for the City of Hobart’s Bushland.

Role accountabilities include:

- Assist the Team Leader in the delivery of field activities.
- Regular updating of management and administrative systems associated with reporting of current work programs and required resources.
- Assist in monitoring, collecting and recording field work information and provide advice contributing to the development of policy and plans, service levels and standards for the City’s bushfire and biodiversity management programs.
- Deliver fire and biodiversity field activities across the City’s bushland reserve system and other open space reserves including bushland restoration, pest plant and animal management, fuel reduction burning and wildfire suppression, bushfire hazard abatement inspections and works, biodiversity assessment, survey and monitoring, field data collection and reporting.

Learn more about the role in the position description Team Member Fire and Biodiversity PD

About you

The ideal candidate should possess qualifications in conservation land management, such as a Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent, or relevant experience. Additionally, a current Driver’s Licence and a Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People card are required.

A positive, can-do attitude and a desire to work in a friendly team environment are essential. If you have excellent attention to detail this role could be perfect for you.

If you believe you can contribute and are suited to the role then please apply now by clicking the application link provided.

About us





The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- A wide range of leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

As a Local Government Recreation Centre in the City of Hobart, we can offer excellent training and support for growth opportunities.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer,



we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of Qualifications, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Glenn Wardle, Biodiversity Officer Fire and Biodiversity, on 03 6238 2*** or email ************@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 27 September 2026.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. Candidates that do not supply a copy of the mandatory qualifications, will not be progressed to interview.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

📌 Team Member Fire and Biodiversity (Hobart)
🏢 City of Hobart
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