Outdoor Invasive Species Officer

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Council Jobs is seeking an Invasive Species Officer to support weed and pest animal management programs across natural areas, parks and reserves. You will help protect biodiversity and improve environmental outcomes for the community.

You will assist in planning and delivering inspections, surveys and on-ground control works, and provide advice to residents, contractors and groups while supporting grant-funded environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Motivated environmental professional who enjoys outdoor work.
• Experience in environmental management, conservation, bush regeneration, horticulture or related field; strong communication skills and commitment to safe and sustainable work practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivery of weed and pest animal management programs; undertake inspections, surveys, monitoring activities and on-ground control works.
• Provide advice and education to residents, contractors and community groups; support environmental projects and grant-funded initiatives protecting and enhancing Council's natural assets.

Job description

Council Jobs is seeking an Invasive Species Officer to support weed and pest animal management programs across natural areas, parks and reserves. You will help protect biodiversity and improve environmental outcomes for the community.

You will assist in planning and delivering inspections, surveys and on-ground control works, and provide advice to residents, contractors and groups while supporting grant-funded environmental initiatives.