Bushland Management Crew Members - Various Locations

Naturelinks Landscape Management; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Naturelinks Landscape Management is hiring Bushland Management Crew Members to support bushland and biodiversity projects across Melbourne and surrounding areas. You will contribute to on-site bushland management, weed control, revegetation, and safety compliance under the guidance of project managers.

The role requires a current manual Victorian car licence, a Construction Induction Card, ChemCert or equivalent, chainsaw operation skills, and senior first aid.

Qualifications

• Positions require a strong work ethic, reliability and customer service mindset.
• Awareness of health and safety guidelines applicable to bushland work.
• Ability to work in a team and take direction, while sharing knowledge.
• Commitment to company values: Safety, Respect, Communication, Excellence, Sustainability.
• Essential training: White/Red Card, valid Victorian manual license, ChemCert, chainsaw operation, first aid.

Responsibilities

• Carry out bushland management tasks across Melbourne region (on-site required).
• Assist with weed control, plant identification and revegetation work.
• Support health and safety practices and site housekeeping.

Skills

Hard work

Reliability

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Commitment to values

Education

Industry-relevant qualifications desirable

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Construction Induction Card

Current manual Victorian car licence

First Aid (Senior Level 2)

ChemCert or equivalent

Medium rigid truck license (Desirable)

Job description

Bushland Management Crew Members - Various locations

Naturelinks Landscape Management

Location: Melbourne, VIC | Work with a committed, sustainability-focused company and develop your bushland management career in a friendly team.

Join a thriving bushland management company with a commitment to sustainability.

Genuine opportunities to make a difference to the environment and develop your career.

Welcoming team environment with family friendly conditions.

About us

Formed in 1999, Naturelinks Landscape Management has a commitment to the principles of conservation, biodiversity and community involvement. On the whole, we manage indigenous landscapes and work within remnant bushland and ecosystems. We operate from six locations, at North Melbourne, Werribee, Whittlesea, Macedon, Anglesea, Hastings and Mornington. We have extensive bushland management knowledge, a sound and rapidly growing customer base (government, semi-government and private organisations) together with a team of over 90 people. We understand that to be successful as a business, we need people who have relevant skills and are motivated to deliver results in accordance with our values. If this is you, we want to welcome you to our friendly team!

Purpose and scope

We have positions available at our Melbourne and Macedon depots - starting from August 2026 onwards. Reporting to Project Managers, the primary purpose of these positions is to assist with carrying out bushland management for our clients throughout the greater Melbourne region. You may be required to start on site. Therefore a drivers licence and reliable car is essential for this role. Minimum 3 days of availability is required per week.

The attributes required of the successful candidates lie in 4 key areas:

• Core attributes:
  • A track record of hard work, reliability and customer service.
  • Demonstrated understanding of health and safety requirements applicable to the industry.
  • Teamwork skills - with a willingness to accept instruction, help others as necessary, contribute effectively in team activities.
  • Desire to share knowledge and skills from other trades or backgrounds - mature applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • Commitment to our stated values - Safety, Respect, Communication, Excellence, Sustainability.
• Bushland & Biodiversity Management:
  • Experience in the industry preferable.
  • Experience with various weed control techniques and herbicides.
  • A passion for indigenous plants.
  • A genuine interest in sustainability and bushland management.
  • Qualifications relevant to the industry are desirable.
  • Knowledge of revegetation techniques.
  • Knowledge of weed and indigenous plant species.
  • Physical suitability to hard labour.
• Character:
  • A desire to be part of a high performing team.
  • A commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Behaviour consistent with company values.
  • Accountability for own performance.
  • A great ambassador for the business.
• Training and Licences:
  • Essential - Construction Induction Card (Red/White Card).
  • Essential - Current Manual Victorian Car Licence.
  • Essential - ChemCert or equivalent.
  • Essential - Chainsaw - Operate and Maintain Chainsaws.
  • Essential - Drivers Licence and Personal transport for site-start work. Minimal opportunities exist for starting at our depots.
  • Essential - Senior First Aid (Level 2).
  • Desirable - Medium Rigid truck licence.