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About the Role

Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Council’s Environment Restoration Plan through the implementation of on-ground bush regeneration and habitat restoration works.
• Undertake environmental maintenance activities including tree planting, weed control, herbicide application, rubbish and waste removal, seed collection, mulching, watering, and plant replacement.
• Operate and maintain relevant plant and equipment.
• Maintain accurate work records.
• Collaborate with contractors and volunteers.
• Contribute to environmental restoration projects across Council-managed bushland areas.
• Ensure a strong commitment to workplace health and safety, environmental best practice, and the protection and enhancement of natural areas.

Requirements

• Certificate II Conservation and Ecosystem Management (previously Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management) or equivalent qualification.
• Current Class C Driver's License.
• AQF3 accreditation and experience in chemical handling, storage and application.
• Demonstrated experience in bush regeneration and environmental restoration works.
• Sound knowledge of native plant identification, particularly Western Sydney's Threatened Ecological Communities and Cumberland Plain vegetation.
• Ability to identify weed species and implement effective weed control techniques using industry best practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience supervising and working with volunteers and community groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Sound understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), ethical workplace practices, and diversity and inclusion principles.
• Obtain a National Police Check.
• May be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions.

Skills

• Bush regeneration
• Habitat restoration
• Tree planting
• Weed control
• Herbicide application
• Waste removal
• Seed collection
• Mulching
• Watering
• Plant replacement
• Plant and equipment operation and maintenance
• Record keeping
• Contractor and volunteer collaboration
• Workplace health and safety
• Environmental best practice
• Natural area protection and enhancement
• Chemical handling, storage and application
• Native plant identification
• Weed identification
• Weed control techniques
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Teamwork
• Supervising volunteers
• Working with community groups
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Work Health and Safety (WHS)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Ethical workplace practices
• Diversity and inclusion principles

Location

• Rose St
• Liverpool

Work Type

• Permanent
• Full-Time
• 36 hours
• 4 days/week

Education Level

• Certificate II Conservation and Ecosystem Management (previously Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management) or equivalent qualification
• AQF3 accreditation

Salary/Compensations

• $76,034- $83,067 + Super

Benefits

• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Training courses
• Study assistance for further education
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Great office location
• Free parking available nearby
• “My Leave” leave benefits

About the Company

• Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity

• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.