Description:
- Located at our Operations Centre in Altona
- Full-time, Contract until 27th March 2026
- Salary: Band 3 - $63,329 - $67,440 + superannuation + RDO
Are you passionate about protecting our environment and preserving natural landscapes? Do you want to make a lasting impact on key conservation areas within our community? If so, we invite you to join our Conservation Team!
We seek an enthusiastic, hands-on Conservation Team Member to restore and maintain remnant and reconstructed landscapes. You’ll work in the field, helping us achieve key conservation goals through practical tasks such as weed control, revegetation, and landscape upkeep.
What you’ll be working on
- Hands-on restoration and conservation work to enhance and protect valuable natural assets.
- Maintain parks and open spaces, fostering positive relationships with the local community.
- Assist in delivering key conservation objectives in partnership with Council Conservation Rangers.
What you need to succeed
- Passion for environmental conservation and natural resource management
- Previous experience in conservation reserves, including weed control, revegetation, and general landscape maintenance
- Trade Certificate in Natural Resource Management, Conservation, or relevant hands-on experience in conservation practices
- Knowledge of best practices in weed management and the ability to identify priority species
- Strong awareness of Occupational Health and Safety, especially in outdoor work environments
- Team-focused attitude with the ability to collaborate with our Conservation Rangers
- A current full Victorian drivers licence
Why you should apply
This role offers the opportunity to work in some of Victoria’s most diverse and ecologically significant landscapes. You’ll be part of a supportive team, all while making a meaningful difference to our environment and community.
How to apply
follow the links to send us:
- your cover letter
- and resume
Please note we do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document.
The position description can be accessed below.
To find out more about the role, please contact Frank Fardell , Team Leader Conservation and Environment on 03 9932 1328 .
Applications will be accepted until 11:30am on 15th June 2025 .
Pre-Employment Requirements
Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check and a Pre-Employment Medical Check
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Make an impact that matters!!!
At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.
Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.
If you’re ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.
What can we offer
Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.
We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us!
And we provide an employee assistance program, as well as wellbeing programs for staff including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs and more.
We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.