Job Description
Bush Crew Team Leader - Hume Conservation & Land Management Services
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Themeda Ecology is a growing environmental land management company specialising in bushland restoration, ecological weed management, conservation reserve management, revegetation and ecological burns.
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We work across Melbourne, Geelong and regional Victoria, delivering practical ecological outcomes for local government and other land managers.
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We are looking for an experienced Bushland Supervisor to take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a significant environmental management contract across the Hume and Greater Melbourne area.
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This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands that good ecological management requires more than simply completing a work schedule. You will need to understand the landscape, recognise ecological priorities, manage people effectively and make sound decisions in the field.
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The Role
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As the Hume Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading field crews and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high ecological standard.
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You will work closely with our management team and council representatives to plan and deliver works across a diverse range of conservation reserves and ecological communities.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Supervising and leading field crews undertaking ecological restoration and land management works.
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Coordinating resources, vehicles, equipment and staff.
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Undertaking and overseeing ecological weed control, determining appropriate control methods and timing.
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Participating in prescribed ecological burn program.
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Monitoring work quality and ensuring contracted outcomes are achieved.
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Maintaining strong relationships with council officers and other stakeholders.
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Providing clear communication between field crews, clients and Themeda management.
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Identifying issues early and taking action rather than allowing problems to develop.
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Ensuring all works are undertaken safely and in accordance with relevant procedures, legislation and environmental requirements.
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Mentoring and developing field staff and maintaining a positive, accountable team culture.
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Writing annual works plans for all managed work sites.
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Ecological Knowledge - Essential
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This position requires strong practical ecological knowledge of the Hume and Greater Melbourne Area
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You must be able to confidently recognise and work within the ecological context of local reserves, including an understanding of Ecological Vegetation Classes (EVCs) found throughout the Hume council area.
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We are particularly interested in applicants who can demonstrate practical knowledge of:
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Victorian EVCs and their associated vegetation communities.
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Strong weed identification skills and understanding of ecological weed management.
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Ecological restoration principles.
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Revegetation and natural regeneration.
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What We're Looking For Essential
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Minimum 3 years' experience in the environmental, conservation, bushland management, horticulture or ecological land management industry.
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1-2 years' experience supervising or leading field crews.
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Demonstrated ability to lead, organise and motivate a field team.
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Solid communication and friendly interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
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Current manual driver's licence, ACUP and First Aid Certification
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A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
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What We Offer
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A full-time role within a growing environmental management company.
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The opportunity to work across some of the Hume region's important conservation areas.
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Support from an experienced management team.
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A workplace that values practical ecological knowledge and high-quality environmental outcomes.
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Opportunities for further professional development and progression within Themeda Ecology.
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📌 Bush Crew Team Leader - Hume Conservation & Land Management Services (Victoria)
🏢 Themeda Ecology
📍 Victoria