- Combine Bushwalking with conservation and work in Tasmania
- Be part of a forward-thinking team
- Learn new environmental skills

Whispering Landscapes assembles a small team of competent and motivated people to work during spring, summer and autumn. This small group maintains biodiversity through the action of weed control. We specialise in remote sites throughout Tasmania where specialised attention is required, on land adjacent to and within areas of high conservation value.

Commencing October 2026 through to end of May 2027.

If you are unable to commit to the full season a SPECIAL PROJECT - 2 positions are available from 4th January through to the end of March 2027

These casual position will be perfect for you if:

You enjoy Bushwalking and have no issues with walking on uneven ground.

- You have attention to detail, while also wanting to understand the ‘bigger picture’.
- You love learning and diligently applying the training you receive.
- You can carry a bushwalking pack with a fluid load.
- You love the environment, comfortable applying herbicide and want to ensure that weeds are located and removed.
- You enjoy working on country (up to 4 nights per week) and being self-sufficient in remote areas while on the job.

Key Requirements

- Identify weed species accurately and undertake weed control using the herbicide application methods you are trained in.




- Identify and protect threatened flora while undertaking weed control activities, with training provided where required.
- Follow project specifications, directions and established weed control methods carefully and consistently.
- Deliver weed control work safely, accurately and within required timeframes.
- Maintain accurate GPS, field and project records as an essential requirement of the role.
- Operate and maintain small plant, vehicles and equipment relevant to weed control, ensuring equipment is secure and functioning correctly.
- Understand how weather conditions affect field work and be flexible when work locations or timing need to change.
- Use and maintain the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Communicate promptly about safety, environmental or operational issues.
- Comply with all WHS policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
- Hold a current Driver Licence and White Card.
- Be willing to undertake additional training as required. Whispering Landscapes will support training in First Aid, Traffic Management and ChemCert or equivalent herbicide application certification.

GPS or mapping knowledge or qualifications would be looked at favourably.

Note: You must have the capacity to undertake the physical requirements of this role and there may be limited phone service in certain areas.

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📌 Weed Control Operator (Bothwell)
🏢 Whispering Landscapes
📍 Bothwell