Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery.
Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic center of Melbourne.
Permanent Full-Time position Salary $78,076 + Superannuation + RDO + overtime + industry training Based in Notting Hill Applications close Sunday 8 November **** at 11:55pm
City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery.
Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
The Bushland & Wetlands Team manage a broad range of significant bushland, wetlands and waterways of high biodiversity value which provide important natural places for our community to connect to nature, explore and enjoy.
About the Position
You will play a key part in the protection and enhancement of the City of Monash's significant natural reserve areas.
You will be responsible for providing a high standard of bushland maintenance in both remnant and revegetation sites, implementing well developed natural resource management techniques.
Tasks include but are not limited to:
Revegetation and indigenous garden bed maintenance
Riparian and wetland maintenance
Remnant maintenance
Indigenous planting and seedbank programs
Fuel reduction in accordance with relevant fire preparedness programs
Monitoring, protecting, and enhancing flora and fauna values
The role also provides an exciting opportunity to assist in community engagement and education through events and activities.
Skills and Experience




Experienced in the use of bushland maintenance techniques & equipment
Enjoy being empowered to contribute to, co-develop, and implement reserve management and operational works programs
A motivated, team player who is responsible for achieving high-quality outcomes, through self‐management and working as part of a large team
Willingly engage in community events and education such as the supervising "Friends of " groups activities and community plantings on some weekends
Requirements
Relevant industry tertiary qualification such as Diploma in Natural Resource Management or equivalent demonstrated experience
Current Victorian Drivers License
ACUP or Farm Chemicals Users Certificate
Pre‐employment Medical Assessment
Employee Working with Children's Check
Satisfactory National Police Check
Valid Right to Work in Australia
Other pre‐employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.
Benefits
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well‐being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities




Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Andrew Bailey on ********* or at ******
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email ****** We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child‐related harm.
Bushland and Wetland Officer PD October ****.pdf
Here at Monash City Council, we provide a wide range of community services to one of the most populated municipalities in Victoria and the second largest employment destination after Melbourne's Central Business District.
We value accountability, respect and teamwork, and are committed to be a versatile, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
If you share our values, are ready to build your future and want to help us make Monash the most liveable city in Victoria, we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Bushland & Wetland Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 City Of Monash
📍 Melbourne