• Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation
• Location, Yourka Reserve, Northern Queensland
• $71,630 - $79,593 plus 10.5% super (with opportunities for further growth)
• Full time, ongoing position basis

Bush Heritage Australia are seeking a Reserve Manager Yourka to join the North team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and their habitat.

About us

For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact.

As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.

Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.

About the role

Reporting to the Einasleigh Uplands Healthy Landscape Manager, the Yourka Reserve Manager is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day management of the Reserve meets the goals of Bush Heritage Australia. Management of the Reserve occurs within the context of the implementation of Yourka Reserve Management Plan. The Reserve Manager will be expected to represent and promote Bush Heritage in the region and will also provide advice to Bush Heritage’s planning, marketing, and operations programs to ensure that the goals of the organisation are efficiently achieved.

The Reserve Manager will possess skills for managing land, plant and equipment, and supervising staff and volunteers, in a remote bush environment. They will also have experience in business management, implementing / applying safety related activities and preparing and managing budgets.

The Reserve Manager will require a sound understanding of natural resource management and will have extensive experience in applying these principles for biodiversity conservation.

Bush Heritage relies on its supporters taking a role in the ongoing management of its reserves. Opportunities to engage others in the delivery of science and land management conservation activities at the Reserve will be undertaken by the Reserve Manager in collaboration with the Access and Visitation Coordinator, Science and Conservation Team and the Volunteer Program Coordinator. The Reserve Manager is also responsible for provision of field advice in relation to business case development and project management processes associated with evaluation of opportunities for Indigenous Engagement. Reserve-based staff, in collaboration with non-reserve staff, plays a key part in ensuring these activities contribute to the successful operation of the Reserve.

In addition, Bush Heritage has the capacity to negotiate with interested and suitably qualified couples to create a Reserve Management Team in a job-share arrangement.

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What you'll need to succeed

• Commitment and passion for nature conservation and the objectives and values of Bush Heritage.
• Demonstrated experience in land management, with specific experience in NRM including biodiversity conservation, pest plant and animal control, soil conservation, and fire management and suppression.
• Tertiary qualification or relevant experience in NRM and/or property management.
• Experience and the desire to live and work in a remote, isolated area with excellent practical and problem-solving skills that enable self-sufficiency living on reserve including knowledge of risk assessment procedures.
• Demonstrated experience implementing Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems and legislation.
• Demonstrated experience and skills maintaining and operating station infrastructure, plant and equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects, budgets, and contractors.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in managing staff and volunteers in a remote location-this position will have a Field officer reporting to it in the 2024 calendar year).
• Applied ecological knowledge and skills and the ability to communicate effectively with science partners.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in working with Indigenous peoples, the pastoral sector and other landholders, and the development and maintenance of relationships with these stakeholders.
• Manual Driving licence, including 4WD experience (or commitment to obtain at own expense prior to employment).
• Sound level of computer literacy
• Current First Aid certificate (or commitment to obtain at own expense prior to employment).
• State/Territory Firearm license (or commitment to obtain at Bush Heritage expense prior to employment).

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria.

Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply even though they may feel they are not strong on individual selection criteria. In assessing merit, the panel will take into consideration “performance or achievement relative to opportunity”. We recognise that many staff today have a range of personal circumstances, and career histories.

If you require further information, please contact Paul Hales (Healthy Landscape Manager) on [email protected] using the subject line: Reserve Manager - Yourka enquiry via EthicalJobs

Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.

Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!