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YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT PRESERVING OUR LOCAL NATURAL AREAS?
$94,918.74
82 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. Permanent Full time position based at our principal depot at Charlton. About the position The Conservation and Natural Areas Officer is part of the Conservation & Pest Management Services team within the Parks and Recreation branch. The team oversees three dam estates, a range of rural and urban parks, and several escarpment parks across the region. These areas support a range of recreational activities and hold significant conservation value, requiring tailored fire and biosecurity management while upholding community expectations, safety, and wellbeing. The Conservation and Natural Areas Officer will develop strategic conservation plans, coordinate the delivery of specific programs and plans and develop partnerships that facilitate the management of natural areas across the region. This role builds effective and positive working relationships with key partners, including Aboriginal communities, park neighbours, lessees and representatives from conservation and volunteer groups. The Conservation and Natural Areas Officer undertakes ecological assessments and monitoring, provides high-level technical advice and supports landowners through managing the Land for Wildlife biodiversity conservation program This position will work under general supervision. Professional development and learning opportunities. Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation. Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance. Active social club
- TRC Employee's Association. Access to the Fitness Passport Program
- providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership. Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks. Employee Assistance Program
- free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems. How to be successful in this position
- Success Criteria To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the Position Description when submitting their application.
How to apply To apply, please submit two documents: Your current resume; and A two page document addressing each of the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description , using workplace examples that demonstrate your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities relevant for the position. Please ensure your responses to each criterion are clearly identified, as this allows the panel to assess your suitability and score each criterion separately. The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE
Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above. Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online. For further information Please contact Brett Dalzell
- Coordinator Conservation & Pest Management
- on 0427 844 122 within business hours.
Closing date The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Monday, 18 May 2026. About Council The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia. Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career. Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.
Attachments:
- Position Description
- Conservation and Natural Areas Officer (1170).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.
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