Indigenous Strong Country Ranger, Eastern Team

Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation; Cowes; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) is seeking a committed Strong Country Ranger (Eastern Team) to support protection, restoration and care of Bunurong Country across diverse landscapes. This hands-on role involves cultural and ecological fire management, pest control, wildlife conservation, and revegetation, reporting to the Eastern Team Leader.

Based in Bunurong Country, you will work with Traditional Owners and partners to deliver outcomes that protect heritage, landscapes

Qualifications

• Aboriginality is mandatory (Bunurong Nation is desirable).
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• AgVet Chemical User Permit (or willingness to obtain).
• Chainsaw Licence (desirable).
• 4x4 driving experience (desirable).
• Clear Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Microsoft Office).
• Native plant identification skills, or willingness to learn.
• Experience using GPS, maps and navigation tools, or willingness to learn.
• Experience or interest in land management, fire management, pest control or wildlife conservation.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-Country land management activities including cultural and ecological fire management.
• Assist with planning and implementing cultural burning and ecological fire management.
• Support pest and invasive species management programs.
• Assist with wildlife monitoring and habitat restoration.
• Safely operate and maintain vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Follow work plans and directions from Team Leaders.
• Maintain accurate field records and complete required documentation.
• Engage respectfully with Traditional Owners, community members and partner organisations.
• Comply with organisational policies, cultural protocols and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Outdoor fieldwork

GPS/maps navigation

Basic computer skills

Native plant identification

Physical endurance

Teamwork and communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) is seeking a committed Strong Country Ranger (Eastern Team) to support protection, restoration and care of Bunurong Country across diverse landscapes. This hands-on role involves cultural and ecological fire management, pest control, wildlife conservation, and revegetation, reporting to the Eastern Team Leader.

Based in Bunurong Country, you will work with Traditional Owners and partners to deliver outcomes that protect heritage, landscapes