Wildlife Field Operative — Outdoor Conservation Role

Ecosure - Thriving global ecosystems; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecosure is seeking Wildlife Field Operatives to join our Rockhampton team, with both full-time and casual opportunities available. This is a genuinely hands-on, field-based role that involves fauna surveys, habitat assessments and field data collection across Central Queensland.

You’ll work outdoors across regional and remote environments, supporting wildlife spotting, relocation and pest animal management while collaborating with clients, contractors and landholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in wildlife management or field-based ecological work.
• Interest in native Australian fauna and species identification.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote areas.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a field team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fauna surveys and wildlife monitoring across Central Queensland.
• Support fauna spotting, handling and relocation activities.
• Undertake pre-clearance surveys and monitor active clearing operations.
• Assist with pest animal monitoring and management programs.
• Record wildlife observations and collect field data with GPS/digital systems.
• Operate and maintain field equipment and machinery.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and landholders on site.
• Complete field records and project documentation.
• Adhere to safety, animal welfare and project requirements.

Skills

Wildlife management

Field data collection

GPS/Data collection

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Construction White Card

First Aid & CPR

Tools

GPS

GIS

Job description

Ecosure is seeking Wildlife Field Operatives to join our Rockhampton team, with both full-time and casual opportunities available. This is a genuinely hands-on, field-based role that involves fauna surveys, habitat assessments and field data collection across Central Queensland.

You’ll work outdoors across regional and remote environments, supporting wildlife spotting, relocation and pest animal management while collaborating with clients, contractors and landholders.