Job Description

Conservation and Ecosystem Management Traineeships

Location: Lismore, NSW

Contract type: 2 xFull-Time Fixed Term (12 Month contract)

About the opportunity:

The Bush Regenerator Traineeships are focused on developing vocational and employability skills for long term unemployed and disadvantaged job seekers and providing them with a pathway to employment. Trainees will be employed full-time for a minimum duration of 18 weeks and a maximum duration of 26 weeks. They will work towards earning a Certificate I level qualification in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and gain practical experience in real work situations that align with their training. During their traineeship they will receive a mix of career advice, job preparation skills and foundation skills. The SQW Conservation and Ecosystem Management Trainee is responsible for undertaking accredited training and natural resource management (NRM) activities, including bush regeneration, weed control, revegetation, landscaping, nursery and light construction activities.

About Us:

Envite Environment, a division of Workways Australia – delivering best practice ecological restoration projects and services for a range of partners since 1993. Envite prides ourselves in working in high conservation value sites and delivering quality results in a timely manner. We have a positive social culture within the organisation, with training opportunities, staff development and flexible work arrangements.

About you:

• You are passionate about the environmental industry. 🌱
• You enjoy working outdoors 🌿
• You may have previous volunteering experience in environmental, conservation, or community projects (not essential).
• You are eager to learn new skills and develop practical knowledge in bush regeneration.
• You are open to guidance, training, and feedback to support your growth in the industry.
• You are reliable, proactive, and committed to building a meaningful career in environmental restoration.
• You are enthusiastic about growing with the industry while contributing to the long-term health of natural environments. 🌏

What you will gain from this Program:

• You will undertake a full time paid traineeship during the course of this Contract
• Gain a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
• Gain accredited training in Senior First Aid, White Card, ACDC Chemical Operators Certificate and Operate and maintain chainsaws.
• Undertake practical work in bush regeneration, plant propagation, tree planting, track maintenance and other tasks aligned with your training
• Receive assistance to gain work following the traineeship.

Who is eligible?

Participants must be:

• An Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on a pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen.
• Unemployed
• No longer enrolled in school

What we will offer you:

• Attractive base salary, enhanced by salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 per year.
• Monthly paid Accrued Days Off (ADO)- Available for Full time employees
• Employee Assistance program including individual coaching and access for immediate family members
• Ability to obtain discounted private health insurance
• Access to lifestyle discounts through partnering organisations.
• A supportive team environment committed to making a difference in the communities we live and work in.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities

How to apply:

To apply for this position please click Apply Now to enter our online recruitment portal. Applications must include a resume and cover letter.

Applications close 10 April 2026 (or earlier if a suitable candidate is found)

If you have any questions regarding the role please do not hesitate to contact us!

Workways Australia Ltd respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, and pays its respect to the ongoing living cultures of Aboriginal peoples

Workways Australia is committed to diversity and invites applications from people who have a disability, and people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal, South Sea and Torres Strait Island descent.

Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory Police check and WWVC/WWCC/Blue Card (as required per State/Territory) as a pre-condition of employment.

Workways Australia Limited ACN 141 659 734