Team Leader Natural Areas

Position Details Position No: 104/2025 Work Type: Permanent - Full Time Full-time | Permanent Level OSE 4 | Salary: $76,368 - $79,093, plus superannuation A 9-day fortnight work pattern applies to this role Vacancy 104/2025 The opportunity We are in the market for a self‑motivated and experienced individual who can lead a team in providing efficient and effective general bushland maintenance tasks in the City’s bushland, estuary and coastal reserves. Responsibilities Native species identification and pruning; tree planting, guarding and monitoring Assessment, monitoring and mapping activities within reserves Integrated weed control and identification Fence installation and repairs General bushland, coastal, wetland rehabilitation and maintenance Providing on‑the‑job training and guidance to employees including trainees Requirements Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management / Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and/or Diploma in Conservation and Land Management Current unrestricted C class national driver’s licence Current White CardChainsaw Ticket Previous experience supervising employees and conducting practical staff training Previous experience in a bushland conservation environment including weed control and the safe handling and application of weed‑spray chemicals Experience in Natural Area’s work prioritisation and delegation Experience in general bushland rehabilitation construction and maintenance activities Competent in the use of tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices Current Basic First Aid Certificate Current Basic Worksite Traffic Management and Traffic Controller Certificate How to apply Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Jess Thomson, Supervisor Natural Areas on 3*** . Closing date Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Our commitment We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request. We are committed to creating and maintaining a child‑safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers. Additional information All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit‑based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and licence, the role may be classified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organisational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement. As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to participate in a full pre‑employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing. This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed‑term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months - offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately. To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment. Casey Mihovilovich Chief Executive Officer Attachments Team Leader Natural Areas – Position Description.pdf #J-18808-Ljbffr