• Part time (.4 FTE)
• La Trobe Bundoora campus location
• Continuing position
About the position
This position is responsible for improving and supporting the biodiversity outcomes across La Trobe land, with a particular focus on the Nangak Tamboree, including the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary. This position will provide expert advice and collaboration with land managers of all University owned land across all campuses with respect to locally indigenous vegetation, with collaborate with external partners.
This position will also provide important training and education to staff, students and volunteers in understanding biodiversity, ecology, seed collection as well as will work with academics, researchers, the public and La Trobe student community in understanding indigenous flora and fauna ecology and restorative landscapes.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
• A degree with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• Knowledge of Victorian flora and fauna and their ecological associations
• Experience in weed control, seed collection, plant propagation and revegetation.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise skilled staff and volunteers.
• Ability to work within a team environment and liaise with other Department in a professional manner
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
Benefits:
• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Thursday the 27th of March 2025
Position Enquiries: Olivia Swain o.swain@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker m.parker@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position; and
• An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
