• Work in the beautiful surrounds of the Hornsby Shire
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Work with an organisation that values your contribution
• Work with an organisation that values a positive workplace culture
Position Type
Temporary full time – up to 12 months
Salary
$73,479 to $82,284 per annum (based on 76 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience
About us
At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater.
Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council!
About the role
In this role you will be responsible to the Environmental Operations Coordinator. The position has three major responsibilities;
• Environmental operations field work, including the restoration and maintenance of bushland reserves and associated track infrastructure, catchment devices, and asset protection zones.
• Supporting bushland community programs and education, including Council’s volunteer Bushcare program, community education and engagement activities, e.g., community planting events and community nursery activities.
• Supporting catchment management programs, including field and logistical support for water quality and catchment health monitoring, e.g., boat operations and water quality sampling.
Position requirements
• Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management, or equivalent qualifications
• Current class C Driver’s licence
• Current NSW General Boat Licence (desirable)
• Chainsaw Operations Certificate (Level 1 or higher)
• Current Apply First Aid Certificate
• ChemCert, equivalent accreditation (minimum AQF level 3)
• White Card
• Working with children check
This is an outdoor based role working in the field, where you will be required to spend the majority of time in bushland both local, urban and remote sites.
About you
The Environmental Field Officer position is an integral part of the Environment Branch, you will have a high level of knowledge and experience in the areas of bushland and catchment management, including bush regeneration. The ability to work unsupervised, with good time management and organisational skills is needed. You will be required to prioritise competing demands, including the ability to undertake reactive tasks and meet deadlines as set by the Environmental Operations, Bushland Programs and Catchment Programs teams.
Benefits of working with us
We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:
• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
o Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
o Parental Leave (up to 24 weeks)
o Health & Wellbeing Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards
For more information and to apply
Please visit our website
Applications close 18 November 2025 at 11.30pm