Wildlife Field Operative - Rockhampton

Ecosure; Rockhampton Regional; Sur place; AUD 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ecosure is seeking Wildlife Field Operatives to join our Rockhampton team on practical wildlife management and environmental projects across Central Queensland. This hands-on, field-based role involves fauna surveys, relocation support, pest monitoring and data collection in varied regional environments.

We welcome candidates with wildlife experience, a strong safety mindset and the ability to work independently or as part of a field team, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in wildlife management or related field.
• Knowledge of Australian native fauna and wildlife species.
• Ability to work outdoors in regional/remote terrain.
• Commitment to safety and accurate data collection.
• Willingness to travel for projects and client sites.
• Construction White Card and open Australian driver’s licence are preferred.

Responsabilités

• Conduct fauna surveys, wildlife monitoring and habitat assessments.
• 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 observations and collect field data using GPS and field systems.
• Operate and maintain wildlife handling and field equipment.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and landholders on projects.
• Prepare field records, reports and project documentation.
• Adhere to safety, animal welfare and environmental requirements on site.

Connaissances

Wildlife management

Fauna knowledge

Outdoor confidence

Safety-first

Record-keeping

Independent work

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

White Card

Formation

Ecology/conservation qualification

Outils

GPS

GIS

Field data systems

First Aid & CPR

Description du poste

Help protect Queensland’s wildlife while building a career in the field

If you’d rather spend your working day outdoors than behind a desk, this could be the role for you.

Ecosure is looking for Wildlife Field Operatives to join our Rockhampton team, with both full‑time and casual opportunities available.

You’ll work across Central Queensland on practical wildlife management and environmental projects, helping protect native fauna while supporting responsible development, land management and conservation outcomes.

This is a genuinely hands‑on, field‑based role. Depending on the project, you could be undertaking fauna surveys, supporting wildlife spotting and relocation, monitoring clearing activities, conducting pest animal management activities, collecting field data or working alongside clients and contractors on site.

You’ll work across different locations and conditions, so we’re looking for people who are practical, safety‑conscious, adaptable and genuinely enjoy being outdoors.

What you’ll be doing

Your work may include:

• Conducting fauna surveys, wildlife monitoring and habitat assessments
• Supporting fauna spotting, handling and relocation activities
• Undertaking pre‑clearance surveys and monitoring active clearing operations
• Assisting with pest animal monitoring and management programs
• Identifying native fauna and recording wildlife observations
• Collecting accurate field data using GPS and digital field systems
• Operating and maintaining wildlife handling and field equipment
• Working alongside clients, contractors, landholders and other project stakeholders
• Completing field records, reports and project documentation
• Working safely in regional and remote environments in accordance with project, environmental and animal welfare requirements.

The internal position description specifically includes pre‑clearance surveys, monitoring active clearing operations, wildlife relocation, habitat assessment, pest animal management and fauna spotter‑catching services.

About you

You don’t necessarily need to have followed one particular career path to succeed in this role. We’re interested in people with relevant field experience, strong practical capability and a genuine interest in wildlife and environmental management.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Experience in wildlife management, fauna handling, ecology, conservation, pest management or similar field‑based work
• Knowledge of Australian native fauna and an interest in developing your species identification skills
• Confidence working outdoors across uneven, remote and sometimes challenging terrain
• Strong situational awareness and a safety‑first approach
• Good observation, record‑keeping and data collection skills
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a field team
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when working with clients and contractors
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when projects require it
• An open Australian driver’s licence
• A Construction White Card

Even better if you have

Any of the following would be advantageous:

• Fauna spotter‑catcher or wildlife handling experience
• Pest animal management experience
• Firearms Licence (A/B)
• 4WD experience or certification
• First Aid and CPR
• Venomous snake handling certification
• Strong fauna identification or habitat assessment skills
• Experience using GPS, GIS or environmental field data systems
• Qualifications or vocational training in ecology, conservation, ecosystem management, pest management or a related discipline.

These capabilities align with the desirable qualifications and experience in the current Ecosure position description.

Why Ecosure?

At Ecosure, environmental work isn't just about producing reports. It's about creating practical, measurable outcomes for ecosystems, wildlife and the communities that depend on them.

Joining our Wildlife team gives you the opportunity to:

• Work directly with native wildlife and contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes
• Build experience across a diverse range of wildlife and environmental projects
• Work alongside experienced environmental and wildlife professionals
• Develop your practical field skills and technical capability
• Work across some unique locations throughout Central Queensland
• Be part of a team that takes safety, animal welfare and environmental responsibility seriously.

Ecosure describes its work internally as delivering whole‑of‑ecosystem solutions focused on biodiversity uplift, ecosystem restoration and sustainable land management.

Ready to get out in the field?

If you're practical, enjoy working outdoors and want a role where your work contributes directly to protecting Queensland's wildlife, we'd love to hear from you.

Both full‑time and casual opportunities are available.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in joining Ecosure.