Bush Regeneration & Weed Control Specialist | 9-Day Fortnight

Rous County Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

76 hour/9-day fortnight

Flare Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Mentorship from experienced staff

Structured training and development

Work/life balance

Job summary

Rous County Council is seeking a Bush Regeneration and Weed Control Officer to lead targeted weed control and habitat restoration across diverse lands. You will operate and maintain field equipment, apply herbicides safely, and engage landholders to support sustainable land management.

Ballina site offers a collaborative, forward-thinking workplace with training and development opportunities. Join a regional council focused on water, biodiversity and community outcomes, with a 76-hour/9-day

Qualifications

• You have demonstrated experience in bush regeneration, weed management and habitat restoration activities.
• You have sound knowledge and practical experience in the safe use and application of herbicides.
• You work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• You have experience operating and maintaining plant and equipment, including brush cutters, chainsaws and spraying equipment.
• You are committed to safe work practices and effective land management outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking targeted weed control, containment and surveillance across public and private lands.
• Carrying out bush regeneration works, including site preparation, planting, weed removal, habitat restoration and site maintenance.
• Operating and maintaining small plant, tools and equipment safely, while completing required treatment and site activity reports.
• Supporting nursery operations, seed collection, plant propagation and landscape maintenance activities.
• Engaging with landholders, contractors and the community to support sustainable land management practices.
• Participating in the planning and preparation of work activities, including risk assessments and Safe Work Method Statements.

Skills

Bush regeneration

Weed management

Habitat restoration

Safe herbicide use

Independent work

Team collaboration

Plant & equipment operation

Brush cutters

Chainsaws

Spraying equipment

Landholder engagement

Tools

Brush cutters

Chainsaws

Spraying equipment

Job description

Rous County Council is seeking a Bush Regeneration and Weed Control Officer to lead targeted weed control and habitat restoration across diverse lands. You will operate and maintain field equipment, apply herbicides safely, and engage landholders to support sustainable land management.

Ballina site offers a collaborative, forward-thinking workplace with training and development opportunities. Join a regional council focused on water, biodiversity and community outcomes, with a 76-hour/9-day