Weed Needs is an Environmental Management company specialising in weed and vermin control, and revegetation projects throughout Melbourne for over 30 years.
Our company prides itself on a positive working environment with an emphasis on professional development, health and safety and Best Practice Environmental Management.
Weed Needs has an excellent reputation in the industry as a company that consistently delivers quality service. We aim to employ people who are honest, hardworking, and have a positive work attitude.
About the role We are looking for a Leading Hand with experience within the industry to assist with the implementation and coordination of projects.
The successful applicant will join a small professional team, and needs to be able to work with a level of autonomy whilst receiving minimal supervision.
You must be a leader, adaptable and self-motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills. You will have robust technical knowledge of local Melbourne flora, along with a desire to learn and an extremely high level of safety awareness.
A good level of physical fitness is essential as this position involves many aspects of manual handling.
Certificate II in Horticulture or Conservation and Land Management or relevant work experience
At least 2 years experience in weed control and the use of spray equipment
Chemical spraying certificate (Agvet, Chemcert or ACUP)
Construction Industry White Card
Current manual drivers licence and own car
Ability to identify indigenous and exotic flora species
Excellent understanding of OH&S; principles
Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with staff and clients
Ability to successfully work in a team environment
Strong work ethic with the ability to self-motivate
Preferred But Not Essential Criteria
Chemical spraying certificate (Agvet, Chemcert or ACUP)
Current First Aid training
Demonstrated experience in the operation of chainsaws, mowers, brushcutters, knapsacks, spray rig
Experience using boom equipment
Experience in the repair and maintenance of spray equipment
Duties
Weed control through manual and chemical application
Pest animal control including rabbits and foxes
Operation of boom equipment
Repair and maintenance of spray equipment
Hand weeding, mulching and brushcutting
Plant installation and associated activitiesCompletion of daily work records, chemical records and related project paperwork
liaising with clients
Salary will depend on your level of experience, with further information provided on application.
📌 Leading Hand (Melbourne)
🏢 Weed Needs
📍 Melbourne
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