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.

• Fantastic opportunity to work and live within a leading conservation organisation
• This position is located on Yourka Reserve, Northern Queensland
• $76,236 - $93,178 plus 11.5% super
• Full time, ongoing

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

The Reserve Manager plays a vital role in managing the day-to-day operations of Bush Heritage reserves. Reporting to the Healthy Landscape Manager, this role involves practical land management, supporting conservation outcomes, overseeing infrastructure, and fostering relationships with communities, Traditional Owners, and volunteers. The role is hands-on, dynamic, and key to delivering on-the-ground conservation outcomes.

Accommodation is provided on Reserve.

For more information and stories on Yourka visit the link below:

• Yourka | Bush Heritage Australia

A position description is attached.

What you'll need to succeed

• Passion for conservation and alignment with Bush Heritage's values.
• Relevant qualifications or extensive experience in conservation ecology or natural resource management.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience working in remote and isolated environments.
• String skills in land and infrastructure management (fire, weeds, fencing, equipment).
• Ability to implement WHS systems and procedures.
• Experience working with Traditional Owners and diverse stakeholders.
• Budget, contractor and project management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Competence with digital tools including GPS and Microsoft Office.
• Manual driving licence (including 4WD experience or willingness to acquire).
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to acquire),
• Firearms licence (or willingness to acquire if required).

What sets us apart

• Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working.
• Access to 20 days personal leave per year, 10 of these available from commencement if employment. We also offer cultural leave and gender transition leave.
• Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.
• Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents, irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers.
• Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids and additional annual leave.
• Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app

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 / North Queensland 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!

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