We have an exciting prospect for a Team LeaderNRMto join our Vegetation Operations Team. Our Natural Resources
Team is committed to protecting, restoring and enhancing the ecological health
of 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 expert
environmental advice and service to internal and external stakeholders.

On a typical day our Team Leader NRM will:

- Lead Natural Resource Management Officers in the
delivery of monthly and annual operational works programs in consultation
with relevant stakeholders.
- Supervise day to day activities of the NRM Field
Officers.
- Lead the inspection, identification and
management of priority weeds on Council-owned and managed lands in accordance
with the Biosecurity Act 2015 and relevant
- Regional Strategic Weed Management Plans.
- Provide expert advice to external and internal
customers.
- Collaborate with staff to deliver weed
management programs.
- Foster a collaborative and high performing work
environment through knowledge sharing, staff development and continuous
improvement.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance
with WHS and the other relevant legislation and council policies, procedures
and industry standards and guidelines.
- Report hazards, incidents and injuries using
corporate systems and in accordance with Council requirements.
- Identify and arrange safety and training
requirements for direct reports

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem
Management or a minimum of three years relevant industry experience and a




demonstrated commitment to obtaining the qualification.
- Traffic Guidance Officer certificate.
- Current chemical accreditation AQF3 equivalent
or higher.
- Demonstrated recent experience in the
identification 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 per
week with 9-day fortnight)

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

- Fortnightly
RDO
- PPE
provided
- Flexible
work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discounted
gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
- Annual
salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual
salary review
- Long
service leave after 5 years
- Generous
employee assistance program
- Salary
packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
- Recognition
through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff
achievements

Questions?

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

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

Notes:

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

Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of
a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all
children and young people.

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