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Environmental Field Technician

Applications open for graduate Environmental Field Technicians

We are currently taking applications for Environmental Field Technicians within our Field Teams. These positions are entry level graduate positions based at one of our three depots in Malaga, Whiteman and Bibra Lake. Natural Area are an equal opportunity workplace and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Environmental Field Technicians are part of a diverse team that primarily deliver weed control, revegetation, erosion control and various other on-ground environmental works to clients throughout Perth.

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Mandatory Requirements
  • Completed or current RELEVANT Environmental Science/Conservation qualification from University or TAFE.
  • Available to work 5 full workdays per week (7am to 3:30pm).
  • Own reliable personal transport (not public) and manual WA Drivers Licence (C class or higher).
  • Knowledge of and ability to identify Perth bushland plants and weeds.
  • Knowledge of weed control and native revegetation planting techniques.
  • Experience with small motors (chainsaw/Brushcutter) and using 2-stroke fuel.
  • Attention to detail, genuine care and passion for native environments.
  • Physically fit, self-motivated and able to function in a team environment.
  • Reliable, with a good sense of humour.
  • Currently living in Perth, WA and Australian resident/citizen.

Please do NOT apply if you do not meet the above mandatory requirements.

The following specific personal licences and additional qualifications are required for employment. If candidates do not currently hold these licences, they will need to be completed at the candidate’s time and expense within a given time frame prior to commencing employment:

  • Health Department of WA pesticide licence
  • Manual WA Drivers Licence: C class or higher required.
  • Current First Aid (and CPR) certificate
  • Chainsaw certification
  • Police clearance

Your application must include:

  • Resume with a photograph of you in work or study setting
  • Cover letter addressing mandatory requirements (listed above), availability and current employment situation
  • Answers to the pre-employment questions (bottom of this page)

Part of the recruitment process is a pre-employment functional assessment to determine final suitability. We have a no-tolerance drug and alcohol policy (with random testing). Salary is negotiated based upon qualifications and experience, initially the positions are Graduate Positions. Check other useful resources at the bottom of this page.

Please send complete applications (with all three documents) to the HR Manager.

Please email if you have any specific questions ahead of applying.

No need for previous applicants to re-apply.

Short listing, interviews and offers will commence immediately, so get in quick!

HR Manager:

Davina Summers

davina@naturalarea.com.au

Native Plant Nursery Horticulturist

There are currently no positions vacant for horticulturists.

Natural Area will still accept applications to keep on file. Refer to requirements of the Environmental Field Crew position advertised above.

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Have you been offered an interview?

If your application has been shortlisted, you may be asked to attend an interview. If you are, please download the Employment Application Information. When you arrive for your interview, please sign-in at the front desk, introduce yourself to the team and explain that you have arrived for an interview.

What should I bring to the interview?
  • Hard copy of your resume
  • Hard copy of your cover letter
  • Hard copy of your answers to the pre-employment questions
  • Hard copies of any supporting documentation such as tertiary qualifications, licences, passport or birth certificate and any other relevant qualifications
  • A list of questions to ask that would help you decide if you wanted to work for Natural Area
What should I wear to the interview?

You are required to wear field attire to your interview. This includes:

  • Long work pants
  • Long sleeved high-vis shirt (crease free), or a high-vis vest to wear over a plain work shirt (no other company logos are permitted)
  • Steel capped work boots

Download our Personal Presentation Guide here

Resources for Recruitment

Application Process

See how the job application process works at Natural Area.
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Pre-employment Questionnaire

Complete this questionnaire and email to HR with your application.
Download Questionnaire

Employee Induction

Have you been offered a position? What next?
Induction Information

Field Technician Position Description

View the detailed position description for the Field Crew role.
Field Technician Position Description

Employee Information Form

Complete this form electronically and email to HR prior to your first day of work.
Download Employee Information Form

Horticulturist Position Description

View the detailed position description for the Horticulturist role.
Horticulturist Position Description

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