Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 14th Oct 2021
- Regional VIC > Mildura & Murray
Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is the largest private (non-profit) owner of land for conservation in Australia, protecting endangered wildlife at 31 sanctuaries in which we own or manage in partnership, covering a total of more than 6.5 million hectares in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Lake Eyre. With a focus on practical land management, informed by world-class science, AWC is implementing a dynamic new model for conservation.
AWC’s mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by:
AWC has been contracted by the NSW Government to reintroduce up to 10 species of threatened mammals into two NSW protected areas- Mallee Cliffs National Park in the south-west NSW, and part of the Pilliga forest in north-central NSW.
At Mallee Cliffs, AWC has constructed the largest feral predator-free fenced area on mainland Australia (9,500 Ha), into which locally-extinct mammal species will be reintroduced. The reintroduction program commenced in 2019 with the release of the Greater Bilby and a further 7 species are scheduled for release in 2021. AWC is also responsible for delivering conservation management and an associated science program including long-term ecological monitoring and research across the Park. This position may be required to assist with delivery of the regional program and elsewhere across AWC as required.
The Land Management Officer (LMO) will support the Operations Manager with the delivery of land management activities across the Mallee Cliffs NP. The LMO may also be required to assist at other Sanctuaries and NP’s from time to time, particularly Pilliga forest SCA & NP and Scotia Wildlife Sanctuary. Mallee Cliffs NP and Pilliga Forest NP/SCA are part of a historic partnership between AWC and the NSW National Parks to implement a program to reintroduce threatened and /or regionally extinct species through the construction of large feral proof fenced areas.
These properties span a vast array of habitats, terrain and geography. Each NP has its own unique requirements for the management of fire, weeds and feral animal control, asset and infrastructure development, and the restoration of ecosystems and the management of visitors.
You will work alongside other land management and science staff (Land Management Officers, Operations/Sanctuary Managers, Field Ecologists and Wildlife Ecologists), and also engage volunteers for a range of projects.
This role is initially based in Mildura, VIC. Construction of accommodation will be undertaken on the Mallee Cliffs site. Until such time this is completed, the Senior Land Management Officer will live at home (Mildura), and travel to site (Mallee Cliffs).
This a unique opportunity to join Australia’s largest non-government conservation organisation and help shape the future of private sector conservation in Australia.
Enquiries only:
Bruce Summerfield - Operations Manager [email protected], using the subject line: Land Management Officer - Mallee Cliffs enquiry via EthicalJobs, 0400 227 878
To submit an application, click ‘APPLY’ and follow the prompts to complete an application form.
Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing your experience, critical competencies, and interest in the role. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted.
Please note:
To learn more about AWC, please visit our website www.australianwildlife.org.