Job Description

About the business

Biodiversity Australia is a proudly Indigenous-owned, Environmental Management Consultancy focused on building sustainable partnerships, supporting economic growth, and promoting ecological balance.

We are committed to the importance of providing employment opportunities to Traditional Owner groups and supporting Indigenous employment pathways through this opportunity.

Only Aboriginal people are eligible to apply for this position. Confirmation of heritage will be requested, handled respectfully and in confidence.

About the opportunity

We have an exciting casual opportunity available for a Vegetation Field Team Member based in Rockhampton, with the potential for ongoing work. The role operates Monday to Thursday, with roughly 10-hour days.

You will work across a variety of land conservation projects, including chemical spraying of roadsides and protected areas, as well as weed control, revegetation planting, and maintenance activities. Tasks will include weed identification, spraying weeds (from vehicles and backpack units) hand cutting and picking weeds. Chemical handling, site navigation, map reading, and data logging. There may also be some overnight stays away from home.

This is a fully field-based role, requiring resilience and a positive attitude towards working in a variety of weather conditions. Flexibility is important, as occasional overnight stays may be required.

We offer ongoing mentoring and support to help you build your skills, achieve your career goals, and grow your passion for land management.

About you

To be successful in this role, the following are highly regarded but not essential:

• Experience or interest in identifying native flora and invasive species
• Relevant tickets or experience operating and maintaining equipment such as mowers, chainsaws, and brush-cutters
• 4 x 4 experience
• Basic technology skills
• Ability to work remotely

The following are essential:

• Aboriginality – Identified
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Ability to pass a police check and regular drug and alcohol screening
• Mature attitude, responsible and able to work unsupervised
• Physically fit and willing to undertake labour intensive work
• Reliable, hardworking and committed to a strong safety culture

The interview process will commence immediately, so we encourage all interested persons to apply without delay. Only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.