Are you an experienced outdoor professional passionate about preserving Brisbane's beautiful natural habitats? We are seeking dedicated Natural Areas and Habitats Team Members to undertake skilled rehabilitation, maintenance, and conservation work across Brisbane City Council’s bushland and roadside conservation areas.
Working within a supportive team, you will ensure our natural environments are maintained to the highest standards, operating autonomously and using your specialist environmental skills every day.
Depot Locations Available:
- Natural Areas Team Member - Lota
- Habitats Team Member - Darra & Toowong
Key Responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Habitat Rehabilitation: Undertake skilled maintenance of conservation areas, including vegetation management, clearing pathways, and maintaining trees and shrubs
- Weed Identification: Identify and report on weed species to protect native biodiversity.
- Asset Maintenance: Conduct daily pre-start checks and maintain all machinery to Council and manufacturer specifications.
- Emergency & Fire Response: Assist with fire response and Hazard Reduction Burns (if fully trained).
- Field Operations: Safely operate 4x4 fleet vehicles to access and conduct tasks within rugged natural areas.
What You Will Bring:
Mandatory Requirements:
- Proven industry experience
- Valid White Card (General Construction Induction).
- Manual Drivers License
Highly Desirable (or Willingness to Obtain):
- Certificate 3 in Conservation & Ecosystem & Land Management or similar
- ACDC Chemical Licence
- Chainsaw Level 2 & Pole Saw tickets
- 4x4 Recovery Training Level 1 (or above)
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Fire Fighting training
- Working in Proximity to Roads
- MR Truck License
What you will get in return
Brisbane City Council is one of the biggest civil, construction and maintenance employers in Queensland. There are many benefits including:
- Playing a direct role in maintaining and enhancing Brisbane's diverse natural ecosystems.
- Access to modern fleet vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
- Competitive rates - $45 - 46/hr
- Uniforms supplied and all tools provided
- Daily travel allowance (where applicable)
Next steps
If you are ready to apply for this role, please apply by following the links on this page.
Have a question before applying? Please contact bcc@randstad.com.au
For more available roles with Brisbane City Council, visit our website - https://www.randstad.com.au/careers-brisbane-city-council/
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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