Field Officer Identified

Job Details; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental agency in the UK seeks a passionate Field Officer to aid in the conservation of natural heritage. The role involves maintaining park assets, engaging with visitors, and supporting ecological projects. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and cultural respect. Certification in chainsaw operation and a valid driver's license are required. The position offers a salary range of $70,560.00 - $75,147.00 with additional benefits.

Benefits

Accrued days off

Corporate wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fit and eager to work outdoors as part of a team.
• Must pass a firefighting medical and fitness assessment.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and improvement of park assets.
• Participate in pest and track management activities.
• Respond to visitor inquiries and support compliance activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fitness

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tools

Chainsaw operation certification

First Aid certificate

4WD driving certification

Job description

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Field Officer to work as part of the Upper Mountains Team in Blue Mountains Branch work unit, contributing towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and aboriginal heritage. Field Officers assist with a diverse range of activities relating to maintenance and improvement of park assets within NPWS parks and reserves. You will be guided by the senior field staff, in your day-to-day work including pest and track management, fire management, weed control, road maintenance, visitor engagement, landscaping and maintenance. The Upper Mountains team maintain a large network of walking tracks. You will operate and maintain plant and equipment, participate in fire management activities, respond to visitor enquiries and assist with compliance activities as required. This role involves working on a rotating roster and you will be required to work on weekends and public holidays.

Your passion for your community and environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail and safety will be key to your success in this role. You'll enjoy working as part of a team but be able to work alone or with minimal supervision. Your fitness and enthusiasm for the outdoors will enable you to thrive and succeed in this diverse and dynamic role. You will often be travelling and working in remote locations and will need to solve problems without external assistance. You will work closely with other members of the team and may be required to lead projects.

This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW's most precious natural places. Field Officer applicants must meet the requirements of a firefighting medical which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake frontline firefighting roles. The applicant must pass the task based fitness assessment to a moderate level within the probationary period (up to 12 months) and annually thereafter.

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

What we can offer you NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

• This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.
• Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria: + is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and + identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and + is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal people, government organisations and communities with the ability to communicate across cultures. Knowledge, respect and understanding of Aboriginal cultural issues.
• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent and four-wheel driving certification.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to carry out all duties safely and ability to obtain relevant SafeWork NSW certification to appropriately operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment, including but not limited to conditionally registered vehicles, watercraft, lifting apparatus and road maintenance plant as well as the ability and willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate.
• Certification, or ability to obtain certification within the probationary period (up to 12 months) in operating a chainsaw to crosscut and basic tree felling standard; ability to operate two-way radio.
• Ability to carry out frontline firefighting duties and support roles including ability to obtain and maintain certification as a crew member or higher, within the probationary period (up to 12 months), and a willingness to fly in light aircraft.
• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave.
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport.
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training, A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
• Package includes salary ($70,560.00 - $75,147.00), employer's contribution to superannuation and 17% loading for working weekends and public holidays.