About the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (the Authority) was established on 1 December 2020 to deliver better protection and management of the iconic coast and parks of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road.
In partnership with Traditional Owners, our role is to manage, protect, rehabilitate and foster resilience of the natural, cultural and heritage values of coastal Crown land and marine waters along the Great Ocean Road.
As a public land manager for the Great Ocean Road coast and parks, we manage a wide variety of public land from National Parks to coastal beaches to town foreshores. We also lead visitation policy and planning for the scenic landscapes along the Great Ocean Road to manage visitation and provide a great visitor experience.
All revenue raised through our commercial endeavours is reinvested into the coast to ensure the Great Ocean Road region can be enjoyed now and for generations to come.
About the Conservation Team
The Conservation Team work closely with community, Traditional Owner groups, local business and government partners to protect habitat, control pest plants and animals and enhance biodiversity in the Great Ocean Road region.
From weeding and protection of native fauna species to litter collection and revegetation, the Conservation Team work year-round with local volunteer programs to encourage the community to connect with and protect their local environment.
Anticipated hours for this vacancy within the team will be to work on a casual basis with typical hours of 7am until 3pm for 3 days per week (on average), based out of our Lorne depot.
Purpose of the position
The Conservation Ranger is accountable for delivery of the Authority’s conservation and environmental works throughout its management portfolio, from Torquay to Princetown along the Great Ocean Road Region.
Key responsibilities
- Assist with implementation and monitoring of conservation projects, in line with the Coastal Vegetation Strategy, at the direction of the Conservation Supervisor and Conservation Leading Hand/s, leading to improved environmental and biodiversity values
- Implement day-to-day conservation works, including weed control, revegetation, site maintenance, pest control, track work and other duties as directed.
- Comply with all relevant policies, procedures and Legislation
- Follow all safety and environment standards, meeting obligations for a safe workplace in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004.
- Represent the Authority, as required, through involvement in corporate initiatives, projects or committees.
- Attend community working bees as required
- Assist to implement the strategic objectives and direction of the organisation
Qualifications and experience:
- Tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience, in an environmental field such Conservation, Land Management or Horticulture.
- Accreditations in chemical handling, chainsaw operation, occupational health and safety (preferred).
- Experience using GPS, GIS and other spatial tools.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in land management and/or coastal biodiversity conservation including weed control, native vegetation management, pest management, site assessment, site monitoring and reporting.
Knowledge & skills:
- Understanding of cultural heritage checks and assessments.
- Understanding of Occupational, Health and Safety requirements and a demonstrated commitment to upholding a best practice safety culture.
- Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills including written and oral communication skills including speaking to members of the public, school groups and community groups.
- Adequate computer skills, including experience collacting data for analytic or reporting needs.