We have an exciting opportunity for a Team LeaderNRMto join our Vegetation Operations Team. Our Natural ResourcesTeam is committed to protecting, restoring and enhancing the ecological healthof our region, from the hinterland to the coastline.

As a Team LeaderNRM you will manage the invasive weeds team on-ground service delivery and to provide expertenvironmental advice and service to internal and external stakeholders.

On a typical day our Team Leader NRM will:

- Lead Natural Resource Management Officers in thedelivery of monthly and annual operational works programs in consultationwith relevant stakeholders.
- Supervise day to day activities of the NRM FieldOfficers.
- Lead the inspection, identification andmanagement of priority weeds on Council-owned and managed lands in accordancewith the Biosecurity Act 2015 and relevant
- Regional Strategic Weed Management Plans.
- Provide expert advice to external and internalcustomers.
- Collaborate with staff to deliver weedmanagement programs.
- Foster a collaborative and high performing workenvironment through knowledge sharing, staff development and continuousimprovement.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordancewith WHS and the other relevant legislation and council policies, proceduresand industry standards and guidelines.
- Report hazards, incidents and injuries usingcorporate systems and in accordance with Council requirements.
- Identify and arrange safety and trainingrequirements for direct reports

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Certificate III in Conservation and EcosystemManagement or a minimum of three years relevant industry experience and ademonstrated commitment to obtaining the qualification.
- Traffic Guidance Officer certificate.
- Current chemical accreditation AQF3 equivalentor higher.




- Demonstrated recent experience in theidentification and control of invasive weeds and native plants common to NSW.
- Current class 1C driver's licence.
- Competent in use of Microsoft office software

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment type: Permanent, full-time role (38 hours perweek with 9-day fortnight)

Salary (exclusive of super): In the range of $80,812.39 to $90,454.25 depending on skills and experience + AdverseWorking Conditions 1 allowance + Tool of Trade Vehicle

- FortnightlyRDO
- PPEprovided
- Flexiblework arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discountedgym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
- Annualsalary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annualsalary review
- Longservice leave after 5 years
- Generousemployee assistance program
- Salarypackaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
- Recognitionthrough our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staffachievements

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity orhave any questions about the role, please contact Joe Tonkin, VegetationOperations Coordinator on 0400 081 ***.

Applications Close: Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11:30pm

Notes

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool oreligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12months.

We often ask our preferred applicants to completepre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National CriminalPolice Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working withChildren Check Verification.

Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles ofa child protected organisation and is committed to the care and protection of allchildren and young people.

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📌 Team Leader NRM (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
📍 Port Macquarie