Bushland Officer

• Protect and enhance Casey's bushland for future generations.
• Paid Christmas shut down leave and other benefits.
• Permanent full time role with flexible work arrangements
• Band 5 IND salary from $85,793 to $99,661 + Super (subject to experience)

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

VIBE (Casey Works Centre) is home to the Open Space & City Greening business unit and offers modern, smart, and functional workspaces which support the service and operational needs of the Infrastructure & Open Space Department.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us 

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role 

As Bushland Officer, you will play a key role in protecting and enhancing Casey's bushland reserves, revegetation sites and natural environments. Reporting to the Coordinator Bushland, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of operational bushland programs, supervise Council's Bushland Crew and contractors, and provide specialist advice on conservation and land management best practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate environmental professional who enjoys balancing field-based work, team leadership, contractor management and stakeholder engagement to achieve positive environmental outcomes for our growing community.

What You’ll deliver 

• Lead and supervise Council's Bushland Crew to deliver high-quality bushland maintenance and natural resource management programs.
• Coordinate contractors and monitor performance to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.
• Provide conservation and land management advice to support the maintenance and enhancement of Casey's bushland reserves and natural areas.
• Undertake site inspections, manage customer enquiries and resolve service requests relating to bushland management.
• Support the development and delivery of annual bushland works programs, management plans and environmental initiatives.
• Conduct quality, compliance and OH&S audits across bushland sites and contractor operations.

What You’ll Bring 

• Tertiary qualification (AQF Level 5 or above) in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Land Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in natural resource management, bushland maintenance or conservation land management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and coordinate staff and work programs.
• Experience supervising contractors and monitoring performance against agreed standards.
• Strong understanding of OH&S and risk management principles in an operational environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management systems.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• AgVet Chemical Users Certificate and First Aid Certificate are desirable.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check and Functional Assessment (Medical/physio).

Position Description:  Bushland Officer - PD - 2025 05 15.pdf

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume.

For enquiries, contact Lani Gardiner - Coordinator Bushland at lgardiner@casey.vic.gov.au or 9705

Applications close at 11:55pm on Tuesday 25 August 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. 

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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