Range Caretaker

• Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Base Services Transformation contract
• Work for a top 200 ASX listed company based in Australia and New Zealand
• Opportunity based in Tasmania

In partnership with the Australian Defence Force, we are seeking a Range Caretaker to join our team supporting Defence Training Areas. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining infrastructure, managing land and fire risks, and ensuring operational readiness across training environments

Join Ventia in Supporting Australia's Defence Community

Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services.

As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.

Safety Commitment

At Ventia, safety is more than a priority — it's our way of working. It is our licence to operate and the foundation of our culture. We foster a community where safe work practices are not just spoken about — they are consistently demonstrated in everything we do.

We are committed to maintaining a high-performing, safety-focused environment and seek individuals who actively contribute to this culture. Every team member plays a vital role in upholding our safety standards and ensuring the wellbeing of themselves, their colleagues, and the communities we serve.

What's on offer

• Safety First- At Ventia, we believe that every job should be done right, and that everyone should go home safely at the end of each day.
• Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Base Services Transformation contract with opportunity for further extension.
• Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government's Department of Veterans' Affairs.
• Uniform/PPE supplied.
• Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
• Access to Ventia's: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands.

About the role

Ventia is seeking a dedicated Range Caretaker to join our team on a full-time basis.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in land and infrastructure maintenance, fire mitigation, and environmental management across Defence training areas. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to national defence capability in a dynamic and rewarding environment, while working closely with local communities and supporting operational readiness

Key responsibilities include:

The Range Caretaker supports the safe and effective operation of Defence training areas through:

• Maintenance of infrastructure including roads, buildings, towers, and airfields
• Weed and land management, including spraying and planned burns
• Conducting inspections, audits, and data recording using GIS devices
• Fire mitigation and cyclone preparedness
• Supporting community engagement and subcontractor coordination
• Administering accommodation tasks and hygiene checks
• Delivering briefings and ensuring operational readiness before exercise

About you

• Certificate in Senior First Aid (mandatory)
• Cert III in Conservation and Land Management (highly desirable)
• Experience in chainsaw operation, weed spraying, fence repairs, and firefighting
• Familiarity with AIIMS and firefighting coordination
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills and radio communications proficiency
• 3+ years in a similar role
• Ability to navigate using maps and annotate in Defence vernacular
• Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.   

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

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