Bush Regenerator Leading Hand

- Help restore and protect Willoughby’s valued bushland and natural areas.

- Full time position with RDOs, novated leasing and Fitness Passport access.

- Salary from $73,561.18 - $79,301.70 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.

Make a Difference Where You Work The primary role of Bush Regeneration Leading Hand is to lead and supervise a team to carry out bush regeneration work in accordance with Reserve Action Plans and Urban Bushland Plan of Management.

Reporting to the Bushland Supervisor but working with others both within and outside the Unit the team, the role will be a frontline champion for the provision of excellent customer service to stakeholders and to care and manage more than 300ha of bushland throughout the Willoughby LGA.

Why Join Us?

Hands-on environmental impact: Be directly involved in restoring and preserving local bushland reserves

Diverse fieldwork: Work across bushland sites throughout the Council area in all seasons

Community connection: Deliver volunteer training, lead bushwalks and educate the public on local environments.

About the Role

As the Bush Regeneration Leading Hand, you will:

- Lead a team to implement work action plans, carry out site assessments and strategics for bushland restoration.

- Be a frontline champion for the provision of excellent customer service to external and internal stakeholders.

- Maintain bushland walking tracks and interpretive signage to ensure they are safe, well-presented and environmentally sustainable.

- Plan, prepare and monitor ecological burn sites.

- Supervise and train volunteer Bushcare groups.





- Control erosion on creek banks. Identify and correct/report problems at stormwater outlets.

- Ensure the Bushland Team conducts bushland regeneration to maximise biodiversity potential on all work sites in accordance with the Urban Bushland Plan of Management.

What You’ll Bring

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience supervising bush regeneration teams.

- Demonstrated experience in team leadership and good communication skills.

- Experience in short- and long-term planning for natural areas.

- Good working knowledge of maintenance and reporting practices for bushland reserves.

- Qualifications and demonstrated use of herbicides.

- Demonstrated experience in the use of small plant equipment, maintenance and personal protective equipment requirements

- Well-developed communication skills, verbal and written

- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

- Excellent communication and customer service skills.

- The ability to provide input into organisational improvements

- Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management - Natural Area Restoration, or equivalent.

- Class C NSW Drivers Licence

Desirable:

- Senior First Aid Certificate

- Experience in the development and implementation of site assessments and plans





- Bushfire training modules and hazard reduction experience

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: : Cameron Bennell, Bushland Supervisor on *@Willoughby.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9777 7***

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. The Position Description (PD) is located in the Job Attachments section of the job listing.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 29 November 2026 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages.

If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.

📌 Bush Regenerator Leading Hand (Sydney)
🏢 Willoughby City Council
📍 Sydney