CareerPlan

Field Officer 1-4

Armidale, New South WalesFull-time$61k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-12
Based in AustraliaCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Hands-on field officer conserving natural and cultural heritage in NSW national parks through construction, maintenance, pest control, and firefighting.

Role type

Field Officer (Physical/Conservation)

Builds

Maintains park facilities, implements pest/weed control, conducts fire management, and operates plant/equipment.

Domain

Environmental conservation / National Parks / Fire Management

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Operating and maintaining plant/equipment, driving 4WD vehicles, operating chainsaws, firefighting, pest and weed control, light aircraft operation, compliance enforcement, two-way radio communication.

Preferred skills

Experience in natural and cultural heritage management, fitness for physically active outdoor work.

Responsibilities

Construct and maintain park facilities, execute pest and weed control programs, assist in controlled hazard reduction and wildfire response, operate and maintain plant and equipment, respond to visitor enquiries, conduct compliance activities.