Wildlife Officer, Environment and Science

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, who operate individually and as an effective member of the team.As the OO4 Wildlife Officer you will undertake tasks and provide advice related to the management of wildlife, including the safe capture, handling and husbandry, in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures. You will also undertake field operations and inspections e.g., operation of equipment, site visits, as well as undertake field monitoring and associated activities (e.g., flying-fox roost monitoring, crocodile and koala population survey).In this role you will provide support for incident responses in relation to wildlife incidents, and communicate with and provide information to community groups, industry and the general public about wildlife management.Under the direction of senior staff, you will investigate complaints and auditing, compliance and enforcement activities relating to the take, use and keep of wildlife under relevant legislation.Important to this role is fostering a workplace culture that supports and promotes the interests of First Nations people and actively engaging through our work to contribute to better outcomes for First Nations people.