Field Officer Grade 1-2

Job Details; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An environmental protection agency is seeking a Casual Field Officer Grade 1-2 in Gloucester or Scone. The role involves outdoor maintenance work, pest, and fire management, and responding to visitor needs. Candidates should have strong skills in outdoor work, must have a valid driver's license, and be physically fit. This position offers flexibility with no guaranteed hours and requires the ability to work at short notice. Applicants should include their resume and cover letter by 30 November 2025.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor work and driving 4WD vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and use MR Licence where appropriate.
• Must be fit for a physically active role and willing to obtain relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in park maintenance and improvements.
• Conduct pest and fire management activities.
• Respond to visitor inquiries and maintain campgrounds.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Attention to detail

Ability to drive 4WD vehicles

Firefighting capabilities

Tools

Chainsaw operations certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Field Officer Grade 1-2 – Casual – Gloucester / Scone

Salary

$30.84 to $33.85 per hour depending on experience and skills, casual loading applies.

Location

Gloucester or Scone.

Type

Casual part-time, no guaranteed hours per week.

About the role

National Parks & Wildlife Service invites you to join as a Casual Field Officer Grade 1‑2. You will help protect NSW's natural environment, heritage and Aboriginal country.

You will assist with construction maintenance and improvements to park assets, maintenance of heritage buildings, and undertake pest, weed and fire management activities, including in remote areas. You will operate and maintain plant and equipment, respond to visitor enquiries and may assist with compliance activities. The servicing of camping and day‑use areas may be a large part of the position.

You will contribute to ensuring obligations and aims are met through enhancement and preservation of natural and cultural heritage values of parks, and assist in completion of works programmes to ensure public access to safe recreational facilities.

About you

You have experience and skills in a range of outdoor work and are seeking occasional intermittent casual hands‑on work. You have a passion for community and environment, strong attention to detail, safety and fitness, and can work alone or with minimal supervision. You are available for mid‑week or weekend work at short notice.

Essential requirements

• Current Australian Class C Driver's licence or equivalent and ability to drive 4WD vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and use MR Licence where appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out duties safely and obtain relevant SafeWork NSW certification; ability to operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment, including conditionally registered vehicles and watercraft (non‑coxswain), lifting apparatus and minor road maintenance plant; willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate.
• Certification or ability to obtain certification within probationary period (up to 12 months) in operating a chainsaw to crosscut or basic tree felling standard; ability to operate two‑way radio.
• Ability to carry out frontline firefighting duties and support roles, including obtaining and maintaining certification as a crew member within the probationary period (up to 12 months) and willingness to fly in light aircraft.
• Fit for a physically active role inclusive of firefighting medical clearance and task‑based fitness assessment to a moderate level within probationary period (up to 12 months) and annually thereafter.

Who we are

DCCEEW protects NSW's environment and heritage, leads the net zero transition, manages the NSW national park estate and conserves and protects the natural environment and Aboriginal cultural heritage.

What we can offer you

Learning and development opportunities including in‑house training.

To apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) expressing your interest and suitability. Please mention your preferred location – Gloucester or Scone – in your cover letter.

Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11 55 pm

For further information contact Chris Reynolds via email or phone.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are committed to making our workforce vibrant and inclusive, representing all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ community, and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, contact our Talent Acquisition Team by email or phone, reference number 545662.