Bushland & Wetland Officer

Job no: 495836
Categories: Farming, Animals and Conservation, Government and Defence
 

• Permanent Full-time Opportunities (Part-time applications considered)
• Salary from $75,802 + Superannuation + RDO + overtime + industry training
• Based in Notting Hill

About Us

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the geographic centre of Melbourne.

The Bushland & Wetlands Team manage a broad range of significant bushland, wetlands and waterways of high biodiversity value which provide important natural places for our community to connect to nature, explore and enjoy. 

About the Position

You will play a key part in the protection and enhancement of the City of Monash's significant natural reserve areas.

You will be responsible for providing a high standard of bushland maintenance in both remnant and revegetation sites, implementing well developed natural resource management techniques.

The role also provides an exciting opportunity to assist in community engagement and education through events and activities. 

Skills and experience

• Experienced in the use of bushland maintenance techniques & equipment
• Enjoy being empowered to contribute to, co-develop and implement reserve management and works programs
• A motivated, team player who is responsible for achieving high quality outcomes, through self-management and working as part of a large team
• Willingly engage in community events and education such as the supervising "Friends of " groups activities and community plantings on some weekends

Requirements

• Relevant industry tertiary qualification such as Diploma in Natural Resource Management or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Current Victorian Drivers License
• ACUP or Farm Chemicals Users Certificate
• Pre-employment Medical Assessment
• Employee Working with Children’s Check
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Valid Right to Work in Australia
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Interviews will be conducted throughout the advertisement period with the emphasis on hiring the successful candidate as soon as possible.

Applications close Sunday 18th January 2026 at 11:55pm.

Enquiries:

If you would like to discuss this exciting & rewarding opportunity further, please contact Andrew Bailey on 9518 3727 or [email protected]

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

Position Description

Advertised: 16 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time