Trainee Bush Regenerator
1 week ago
**Reference Number**:
**S100-24-1158**
**Closing Date**:
**19-12-2024**
**Employment Type**:
**Contract (2 years)**
- **Fixed term contract for 2 years commencing 3 February 2025****:
- **$41,932.26 to $62,358.12 p.a. plus super****:
- **Gain on the job skills and obtain a Certificate III in Bush Regeneration***
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**About the role**
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Do you enjoy working outdoors? Are you looking to kick start your career in Bush Regeneration with a professional team that focuses on collaboration and development?
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Woollahra Council has an exciting opportunity for an ethusiastic Bush Regeneration Trainee to join our Open Space & Trees team for a fixed term contract until 2027 on a full-time basis.
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In this entry-level role, you will develop skills, knowledge and experience associated with Bush Regeneration under the guidance and supervision of experienced Bush Regeneration team members. The position will require you to undertake a broad range of tasks related to Horticulture in a safe and efficient manner and contribute to key delivery areas for the Open Space and Trees department.
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In addition to on-the-job training, you will be required to complete a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. The theoretical component of this Traineeship is delivered in a face-to-face environment and you must be able to undertake the relevant studies at the Ryde TAFE Campus, for one day per week, commencing 3 February 2025
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**About you**
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To be successful in this role, you will be a self-motivated individual that is passionate about developing a career in Bush Regeneration. You will be a team-player that is willing to learn and get your hands dirty in this hands-on role.
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To be eligible for this position you must have completed a School Certificate or Higher School Certificate, and not have previously completed any tertiary qualifications in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
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**Essential Criteria**
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- **Has not previously completed a qualification in Bush Regeneration or related field.****:
- **Class C Driver’s Licence (P1 Licence also acceptable).****:
- **Demonstrated basic knowledge in and a genuine interest to pursue a career in Bush Regeneration.****:
- **Strong willingness to learn and the ability to successfully complete a Certificate III in Bush Regeneration on a full time basis over a period of 24 months.****:
- **Well-developed communication and numeracy skills.****:
- **Commitment to providing excellent customer service.****:
- **Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.****:
- **Physically fit and able to complete allocated manual handling tasks as outlined in section Eight (8) of the Position Description.****:
- **Commitment to WHS and EEO policies.***
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**Desirable Criteria**
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- **Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willing to obtain upon commencing.***
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**How to Apply**
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- **You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.****:
- **If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.****:
- **You will be able to upload 2 documents only.****:
- **Please note that applicants who do not address all of the selection criteria may not be considered.** ****:
- **For further information about the role, please contact Nola Urquhart, Assets and Park Maintenance Coordinator on (02) 9391 7978 during business hours.***
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**CLOSING DATE**:11:59pm on Thursday, 19 December 2024**
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- Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. As of 1st December 2021, new employees must be fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence seven days prior to commencement._
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- Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication._
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- Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion._
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- We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply._
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