Environmental Management Unit (EMU)is a leading ecological restoration business delivering bushland maintenance, large-scale revegetation and land management projects across SEQ.
We are looking for an experiencedLeading Handto run a small field crew (2–4 workers), take ownership of site outcomes, and uphold our standards for safety and restoration quality.
What You'll Be Doing
Site Leadership:Run morning briefings, pre-start checks, and direct daily field activities.
On-Site Operations:Lead weed management, planting projects, erosion control, and chemical application.
Crew Support:Coach and mentor crew members, setting a high benchmark for work quality and safety.
Site Management:Manage chemical stock, vehicle/equipment checks, and submit daily digital record sheets (GoCanvas).
Stakeholder Contact:Act as the on-site contact for council reps and management.
What We're Looking For
Experience:3+ years' hands-on bush regeneration / land management experience.




Leadership:Proven ability to manage a field crew, prioritise site tasks, and solve problems on-site.
Technical Skills:Strong SEQ weed ID, restoration techniques, and safe herbicide application.
Licences & Tickets:Valid Driver's Licence (non-negotiable), White Card, ACDC Chemical Licence, and Chainsaw ticket.
Tech Skills:Comfortable using mobile apps for daily reporting and site tracking.
Nice to Have
Certificate III in Conservation & Ecosystem Management (or equivalent)
First Aid Certificate
Why Join EMU?
Stability:Permanent full-time salary with steady project pipelines.
Active Support:Direct access to management without corporate red tape.
Growth opportunities:Opportunities to shape EMU's internal processes and field methodologies.
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📌 Leading Hand / Site Supervisor - Bush Regeneration | Ipswich / Laidley Region (Queensland)
🏢 Environmental Management Unit
📍 Queensland