Be part of caring for Country while building practical environmental skills and experience

Fosterville Gold Mine (FGM) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Environment Technician to join our Setting and Community team on a casual basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and is interested in developing practical skills in environmental monitoring and land-based work.

As part of our commitment to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce participation and creating meaningful employment and development pathways, this role is being promoted as a priority employment opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Please note: This is an environmental support role and does not include responsibilities for representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural knowledge, making cultural heritage decisions, or acting on behalf of Traditional Owner groups.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Environment Advisor, you will support day-to-day environmental monitoring and related field activities across the Fosterville site.

Working alongside experienced environmental professionals, you will gain hands-on experience in environmental monitoring, rehabilitation, data collection and field-based environmental activities that contribute to responsible site operations and environmental stewardship.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with routine environmental monitoring programs, including water, dust, noise, vegetation and soil monitoring.
- Supporting sample collection, handling and recording activities.
- Maintaining environmental monitoring records, databases and field documentation.
- Participating in environmental inspections, audits and compliance activities.
- Assisting with rehabilitation programs and environmental improvement projects.
- Supporting incident investigations and follow-up actions when required.
- Contributing to a safe, respectful and collaborative team environment.




- Providing assistance with other environmental and community-related activities as requested.

This is a casual position. It is anticipated you will work between 8 and 16 hours per week.

About You

We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, reliable and enjoys practical hands-on work.

To be successful, you will have:

- An interest in environmental, land management, natural resource management, sustainability or Country-based work.
- Experience working outdoors, in operational environments, community-based projects, or other practical roles.
- Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, connection to Country, land management practices, or local community contexts is advantageous.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
- A strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good communication skills and the ability to follow procedures and work instructions.
- A valid manual driver's licence.

Previous environmental experience is not essential. We encourage applications from people who are interested in environmental work, land-based activities and developing practical skills in the environmental sector.

What We Offer

At Fosterville Gold Mine, we are committed to creating meaningful employment and development opportunities for all employees while supporting increased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation across our workforce.

Benefits include:

- On-job training and mentoring.
- Practical environmental field experience.
- Career development opportunities within the mining and environmental sectors.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- The opportunity to contribute to environmental stewardship and responsible land management.

Physical Requirements

The role involves a combination of field and office-based work and includes:

- Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Walking across site and undertaking environmental inspections.
- Lifting and carrying equipment of up to 10kg.
- Regular standi

📌 Casual Environmental Technician (Greater Bendigo City)
🏢 Fosterville Gold Mine
📍 Greater Bendigo City