Team Member Fire and Biodiversity

Location: Bushlands Operation Depot

Employment status: Full Time

Classification: Municipal Employee Level 5

Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024

Salary range: $71,231 to $72,788 per annum + 13.5% superannuation

About The Role

This role contributes to the success of the City by performing effective and efficient biodiversity program field works for the City of Hobart's Bushland.

Role Accountabilities Include

• Assist the Team Leader in the delivery of field activities.
• Regular updating of management and administrative systems associated with reporting of current work programs and required resources.
• Assist in monitoring, collecting and recording field work information and provide advice contributing to the development of policy and plans, service levels and standards for the City's bushfire and biodiversity management programs.
• Deliver fire and biodiversity field activities across the City's bushland reserve system and other open space reserves including bushland restoration, pest plant and animal management, fuel reduction burning and wildfire suppression, bushfire hazard abatement inspections and works, biodiversity assessment, survey and monitoring, field data collection and reporting.

About You

The ideal candidate should possess qualifications in conservation land management, such as a Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent, or relevant experience. Additionally, a current Driver's Licence and a Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People card are required.

A positive, can-do attitude and a desire to work in a friendly team environment are essential. If you have excellent attention to detail this role could be perfect for you.

If you believe you can contribute and are suited to the role then please apply now by clicking the application link provided.

About Us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And Offer

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

As a Local Government Recreation Centre in the City of Hobart, we can offer excellent training and support for career growth.

How to apply

All applications must be made in the online portal. If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Emma Birnbaum, Program Leader Fire and Biodiversity, on or email

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 17 August 2025.

Note: The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace as an equal opportunity employer. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks including reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Police History check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. The City of Hobart assesses all applications on merit. Positions are filled based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position. Learn more about the selection process on our website.