NRM Trainee: Start Your Conservation Career

Regen Environmental Management; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid traineeship

On-the-job training

PPE and uniform supplied

Career pathways into conservation

Diverse sites across Melbourne and reg

Job summary

Regen Environmental Management is seeking a motivated Trainee – Natural Resource Management to join our Melbourne and regional Victoria teams. No prior experience required; you'll learn on the job while working with experienced crews and mentors to complete a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

You'll plant native species, assist with weed control, protect waterways and habitats, and gain hands-on field skills across diverse sites in Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; traineeship provides on-the-job learning.
• Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management offered during traineeship.

Responsibilities

• Plant indigenous trees, shrubs and grasses on restoration sites.
• Weed control by hand and with tools, then knapsack spraying when trained.
• Maintain waterways, wetlands and bushland reserves.
• Learn to identify native plants, weeds and wildlife.
• Assist with site setup, fencing, mulching and site maintenance.
• Follow safe work practices and keep crew/site safe.
• Record simple site information and progress.

Skills

Environment passion

Outdoor work

Reliable and punctual

Willing to learn

Team player

Interest in horticulture/conservation

Job description

Regen Environmental Management is seeking a motivated Trainee – Natural Resource Management to join our Melbourne and regional Victoria teams. No prior experience required; you'll learn on the job while working with experienced crews and mentors to complete a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

You'll plant native species, assist with weed control, protect waterways and habitats, and gain hands-on field skills across diverse sites in Melbourne and regional Victoria.