Bush Crew - Up To 5 Positions

Nrmjoenvironmental Jobs, Nrm; Shelford; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Training Provided

PPE Supplied

On-Site Housing

Job summary

Warrambeen is seeking a Seasonal Bush Crew member to join our weed control spray team across conservation lands in Victoria. This full-time seasonal role runs now until late December or mid January, offering hands-on field experience.

You’ll learn plant identification, use knapsacks and spot-spraying gear, follow safety guidelines, and contribute to protecting 930 hectares of native grasslands. On-site housing may be available; prior experience not required.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; passion for outdoors preferred.
• Environmental or related field study students encouraged.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Target weed control using knapsacks and spot-spraying gear.
• Work as part of a energetic, supportive field crew.
• Follow instructions, safety guidelines and maintain high-quality work in the field.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Job description

Seasonal Bush Crew / Weed Control Spray Team

Duration: now until late Dec/mid January | Full-Time Hours

Get hands-on conservation field experience this season!

Warrambeen is looking for hard-working, outdoorsy individuals to join our seasonal spray crew. Youll be working across 930 hectares of critically endangered native grasslands (VVP), helping us target invasive weeds and protect high-value conservation land.

Perfect for: Environmental students/recent graduates wanting hands on field experience and strong references.

What Youll Do:

• Targeted weed control using knapsacks and spot-spraying gear.
• Work as part of a energetic, supportive field crew.
• Follow instructions, safety guidelines and maintain high-quality work in the field.

What We Provide:

• Full Training Provided: Learn plant identification (native vs. invasive species) weed control and chemical handling from our experienced land manager.
• All PPE Supplied: Safety equipment provided.
• On-Site Housing: Affordable accommodation available if needed ($160/wk approx.).

What You Need:

• Physical Fitness: Comfortable doing physically demanding work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Great Attitude: Reliable, motivated, and a keen learner with strong attention to detail.
• No prior experience necessary, but a passion for the outdoors or environmental science is a big plus!

nrmjobs.com.au/job/20030257

Bush Crew - up to 5 positions near Shelford, VIC