Natural Areas Restoration Officer

Natural Areas Restoration Officer

About the team

About your new role

In your new role as a RestorationOfficer, you will apply ecological theory to restore and enhance the city's native vegetation and biodiversity condition by employing established restoration methods such as Natural, Assisted, and Reconstruction techniques. Additionally, you will provide advice to the unit and other stakeholders in assessing the health and recovery potential of degraded native forests.

For more information about the role, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.   

We're looking for people who have:

• Bachelor Degree of Environmental Science or equivalent knowledge
• Previous experience in managing projects in a similar role
• Passionate about mentoring others and working in a collaborative team environment

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

As a 5-star employer of choice, we care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight - enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

How to apply

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.