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National Trust of Australia (NSW)

Location: National Trust Centre (NTC) Observatory Hill, Millers Point, Sydney
Job Type: Permanent part-time
Hours: 14-21 hours per week depending on availability
Sectors: Heritage, Town Planning, Archaeology, Architecture
Reports to: Senior Conservation Manager

Overview
The National Trust of Australia (NSW) is a not-for-profit, community based charity which has been in operation for more than 75 years. Our vision is to bring the heritage of New South Wales to life now and into the future through advocating for the conservation and protection of our built, cultural and natural heritage.

Conservation Coordinator
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a current student or recent graduate with an interest in heritage to work at the National Trust and gain experience in best practice conservation and heritage work across NSW

About the Role – What you’ll be doing

We are seeking an engaging and details focussed person to coordinate a range of discrete conservation related functions and provide administrative support to the Conservation Department including, but not limited to:

• Management of the National Trust Register.
• Responding to email and phone enquiries from the general public.
• Managing our External Restoration Appeals program.
• Coordinating our Property Certificate Services.
• Assisting with management of our technical committees.
• Liaising with and supporting the Trust’s local and regional Branches.
• General administrative duties including filing.

About you – Who we’re looking for

This is a great role if you’re looking to start your career in the heritage/conservation field.
We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong administrative skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and implement new processes.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed under pressure and manage competing priorities while meeting challenging deadlines.
• Strong verbal communication skills with a friendly, positive, and professional manner.
• Good attention to detail to ensure all information provided by the Trust is delivered in a timely fashion and with a high level of accuracy.
• Solid written communications skills and the ability to communicate to different audiences for a range of purposes.
• High level of initiative, and demonstrated ability to work successfully within a team, as well as independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe suite preferable, demonstrated aptitude for learning new software programs.
• Tertiary qualification (in progress or completed) in a discipline related to heritage such as archaeology, architecture, archives, collections, history, or a related discipline.

Most importantly, you’ll be supporting the National Trust as a highly respected and recognised advocacy, conservation, and educational body. We offer a flexible work environment and value the highest levels of professionalism.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

For a full position description or any enquiries call: 02 9258 0159 or email hr@nationaltrust.com.au

To apply, submit your resume together with a cover letter that details your capabilities and experience in relation to this role to: hr@nationaltrust.com.au

While Applications close Sunday 12 May 2025, don’t delay! We review applications as they come in and if we find the right candidate, we will close the role earlier than the advertised close date.

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National Trust of Australia (NSW)

Primary location: National Trust Centre (NTC) Observatory Hill, Millers Point, Sydney
Job Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Department: Bush Regeneration
Reports to: Regional Manager
Direct Reports: Bush Management Field Staff

The National Trust of Australia (NSW) is Australia’s pioneering Natural Area Restoration NGO and its Bushland Management Services (BMS) Division has been in continuous operation for over 38 years.

BMS provides a range of services to public and private landowners who require quality expertise in managing conservation of bushland and biodiversity in the Greater Sydney region. The goal of the National Trust’s Bushland Management team is to advocate and implement best practice methods for natural area restoration and management of our natural areas.

BMS is currently in a growth period and this is a rare opportunity to become part of the National Trust Bush Regeneration Team on a permanent basis.

About the Role – What you’ll be doing

This position is responsible for the supervision and training of Field Staff on bushland sites, fulfilment of contractual obligations in relation to sites under their control, and delivery of a suite of online reporting to facilitate site management, resourcing and client engagement.

The National Trust values motivated staff and rewards them by:

• Offering professional opportunities for growth
• Offering interesting and challenging projects in a supportive team environment
• Actively encouraging employee feedback, initiative and ownership of projects
• Offering great remuneration packages.

About you – Who we’re looking for

Applicants must have a passion for bush regeneration and natural area restoration and have the experience and capacity to lead and develop their team to reach their full potential. You need to be competent in the use of technology, have a qualification in regeneration techniques and a desire to be the best in the business.

Essential:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Cert III or Diploma in Conservation and Land Management
• Thorough knowledge of indigenous and introduced plant species
• Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
• Logical thinking and creative problem-solving ability
• Great attention to detail
• Demonstrated knowledge of WHS requirements and EEO principles
• Great communication, client relationship and negotiation skills
• The ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Strong work ethic and a desire to succeed
• Physically fit for the inherent requirements of the role
• Current NSW Drivers Licence (manual vehicle)
• Current Chemical Certificate AQF3
• OHS Green/White Card
• Tech savvy and ability to apply this knowledge to an android platform
• Fully vaccinated
• Full work rights in Australia

Desirable:

• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to be trained)
• Positive attitude to work and ability to actively promote the services of the National Trust of Australia (NSW) to clients
• Mechanically inclined.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who have a passion for natural area restoration and conservation, likes to lead by example and wants to share their knowledge with their team to build a great crew. If this sounds like the environment you’ve been looking for, send your resume and a covering letter addressing the job essentials to hr@nationaltrust.com.au

Immediate start available if required.

Applications close 31 January 2025. For enquiries and a full job description email hr@nationaltrust.com.au or call 0434 975 830.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia and be fully vaccinated to apply for this role.

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Do you have experience in Bush Regeneration or are looking to get into this industry?

The National Trust, Australia’s pioneering Natural Area Restoration NGO is looking for casual bush regenerators. We’re happy to train if you’re new to the industry, but ideally you’ll have started your Cert III in Conservation and Land Management and want to work at least 3-5 days a week for above Award wages.

Applicants must be passionate, hard-working, motivated and keen to learn, and share our passion for conservation work. Vacancies are available working with crews on projects located in the West, North and South of Sydney.

Projects will include, bush regeneration, revegetation, noxious weed control, environmental construction, burn prep and asset protection.

The National Trust values motivated staff and rewards employees by

• Offering professional opportunities for growth and flexibility
• Offering interesting and challenging projects in a supportive team environment
• Actively encouraging employee feedback and ownership of projects

 Ideally you’ll have:

• Cert II or III in Conservation and Land Management or current enrolment
• Current Chemical Certificate AQF3 or willingness to acquire
• Knowledge of local native and exotic plant species and invasive weeds
• Current Drivers Licence and own vehicle
• OHS Green/White Card
• Physically fit for the inherent requirements of the role
• Ability to work as part of a team and under direct supervision
• Strong work ethic

It would be great if you also had:

• Current First Aid Certificate
• Certificate in Chainsaw Operations (level 1) and demonstrated experience using chainsaws

• Demonstrated experience using brushcutters and augers
• Demonstrated experience in herbicide spraying using backpacks and high-volume units
• Previous bush regeneration experience highly regarded
• Field ID skills for relevant flora and fauna highly regarded
• Other relevant training and/or experience (e.g. Horticulture) will be considered

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for and you would like to work with a highly respected organisation with a rich history in natural area conservation and restoration, please send your resume to bms@nationaltrust.com.au. Immediate start available

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Do you have a passion for history or are you a great communicator?

Do you enjoy hands-on work in interesting places, or are you passionate about our natural environment?

We have a variety of roles available including:

• Tour guides
• Customer service
• Event support
• Hospitality
• Gardening
• Maintenance
• Bush care

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