Conservation and Ecosystem Management Traineeship

Skillset; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

National qualification

Mentoring and development

Work outdoors

Career in conservation

Job summary

Skillset in Orange, NSW is offering a Conservation and Ecosystem Management Traineeship. Over a 2-year program, you will complete a Certificate III while working with experienced environmental professionals on restoration projects in the Central West region.

You will assist with bush regeneration, weed control, habitat improvement, and land management, building practical skills and earning while you learn in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a current Driver Licence and reliable transport.
• Demonstrate an interest in environmental conservation.
• Work effectively in a team and outdoors.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children's Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bush regeneration and revegetation projects.
• Control weeds and pest species across work sites.
• Plant and maintain native vegetation.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment.
• Monitor and report on environmental outcomes.

Skills

Driver Licence

Interest in conservation

Teamwork & outdoors

WHS procedures

Police/Working with Children checks

Education

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Job description

Conservation and Ecosystem Management Traineeship

Our client is a locally owned, Orange-based business specialising in landscaping and environmental management services. Renowned for their quality workmanship and commitment to sustainable practices, they offer hands‑on training and career development opportunities in a supportive team environment.

About the Role

Kick‑start your career in Conservation and Ecosystem Management while completing a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management over a 2-year traineeship. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll assist with environmental restoration projects, weed and pest control, habitat improvement, and land management activities across the Central West region.

Duties

• Assist with bush regeneration and revegetation projects
• Control weeds and pest species across work sites
• Plant and maintain native vegetation
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment
• Monitor and report on environmental outcomes

Skills and Experience

• Hold a current Driver Licence and reliable transport
• Demonstrate an interest in environmental conservation
• Work effectively in a team and outdoors
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures
• Be willing to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children's Check

Culture

Join a friendly, easy‑going team that values respect, collaboration and having fun at work. Our client has built a positive workplace culture where everyone works together, supports one another and enjoys what they do while delivering quality outcomes.

• Earn while you learn
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Work outdoors in a hands‑on role
• Enjoy varied work with no two days the same
• Learn from experienced industry professionals
• Build practical conservation and land management skills
• Develop skills for a long‑term career in the industry
• Receive ongoing mentoring and support throughout the traineeship
• Make a positive impact on local ecosystems and environments