Field Technician - Native Seed Collection

Austrahort Australia Pty Ltd; Warwick; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AustraHort Australia Pty Ltd in Queensland is seeking a Field Technician to support native seed collection across pre-identified sites in regional QLD. This role involves fieldwork, species identification and data collection to inform harvest planning.

The successful candidate will start with structured training, then travel throughout Queensland during seasonal collection periods. A company vehicle, accommodation and equipment are provided, with flexible start/finish times to suit field

Qualifications

• Interest in horticulture, agronomy, ecology or native flora.
• Ability to work independently in regional Queensland outdoor environments.
• Physical fitness suitable for fieldwork.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to identify or learn native plants, pasture species and seed structures.
• Understanding of seed maturity, collection timing and basic plant biology.
• Competence with digital tools for data entry, GPS use and record keeping.
• Ability to walk long distances, bend, reach and carry equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assess seed maturity and collect native species safely.
• Capture field data to inform harvest planning for restoration projects.
• Operate independently across regional Queensland during seasonal collection periods.
• Undergo structured training and learn collection methods, safety practices and digital systems.

Skills

Horticulture interest

Independent fieldwork

Physical fitness

Valid driver’s license

Plant identification

Seed maturation knowledge

GPS/data entry

Tools

GPS devices

Digital data tools

Job description

Field Technician - Native Seed Collection

Austrahort Australia Pty Ltd – Warwick QLD

AustraHort’s seed collection program operates across regional Queensland. Candidates can be based anywhere in Queensland provided they have ready access to suitable collection environments, typically areas with native grasslands, pasture systems, woodland margins or mixed native vegetation where target species occur.

Applicants currently based in Brisbane should outline their plans for relocation to a suitable regional area, as regular access to field collection sites is essential for this role.

Candidates located outside Queensland will be considered where they are based in regions with comparable native vegetation or pasture systems that support viable seed collection. This should be clearly addressed in the cover letter.

About the role

A practical, field‑based role for someone building their career in horticulture, agronomy or native plant science.

AustraHort is seeking a Field Technician to support our native seed collection program across pre‑identified sites in regional QLD. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys applying plant knowledge in the field and wants to develop technical skills in species identification, seed maturity assessment and ecological restoration.

The role focuses on assessing seed maturity, collecting native species safely and accurately, and capturing field data that directly informs harvest planning and supports high-quality seed supply for restoration projects.

You’ll begin with structured training alongside our Managing Director, learning our collection methods, safety practices and digital systems. Once confident, you’ll operate independently — travelling throughout QLD during seasonal collection periods. A company vehicle, accommodation and all equipment are provided, and start/finish times are flexible to suit field conditions.

This role suits someone with an interest or background in horticulture, agronomy, ecology or native flora. You don’t need formal qualifications, but you do need an eye for detail, the ability to recognise (or learn to recognise) different species and seed structures and the physical capability for outdoor fieldwork.

If you’re looking for a role that builds genuine technical field experience, deepens your plant knowledge and contributes to meaningful environmental outcomes, AustraHort offers a strong pathway into specialised native seed and restoration work.

About you

• Interest in horticulture, agronomy, ecology or native flora
• Ability to work independently in regional Queensland outdoor environments
• Physical fitness suitable for fieldwork
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to identify or learn native plants, pasture species and seed structures
• Understanding of seed maturity, collection timing and basic plant biology
• Competence with digital tools for data entry, GPS use and record keeping
• Ability to walk long distances, bend, reach and carry equipment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in both collection and data recording
• Reliable, self-motivated and confident working independently