Horticultural worker
Nature Links

BUSHLAND CONSERVATION WORKER.

For students studying (or considering) AHC51120 - Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management, AHC40924 - Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC31424 - Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

Get the foundations of your conservation & ecosystem management career off to a great start with this placement! Naturelinks is a small business specialising in the management and construction of
indigenous landscapes. Committed to conservation, sustainability, and biodiversity. Naturelinks delivers high-quality services that meet rigorous environmental standards. Wherever possible, they work in partnership with local communities and foster a happy, safeworkplace where every team member’s contribution is recognised and valued.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These will include valuable general employability skills such as:
● Communication
● Teamwork
● Problem solving
● Initiative and enterprise
● Planning and organising
● Self-management
● Observational skills
● Technology
Students may attain vital industry specific skills which will also relate to their studies such
as:
● Hands-on practical experience
● Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
● Working in real-life scenarios and environments
● Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
● Liaising and working with colleagues, managers, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of the business. This placement will provide you with a range of opportunities to develop your skills while working alongside experienced industry professionals.

During your placement, you may undertake some of the following:
● Assist with various tasks related to managing constructed and remnant bushland
● Develop further knowledge about plants, ecological restoration and conservation
land management
● Practical hands on work
● Onsite observational skills
● Work in a team and also independently
● Use hand & garden tools
● Learning about indigenous plants by weeding, pruning, planting
● Apply safe handling and use of small plant and power tools, under supervision.
● Observe OH&S procedures on site
● Clean site equipment under supervision
● Stack, store and inventory of materials
● Perform general tidying

Student Requirements

Some employers have specific requirements relating to student placements. These may
include sending in a resume, gaining parental permission for the student to travel with an
employer or attending an OH&S induction prior to commencing a placement.

Dress Requirements

Most employers will have an expectation on what is appropriate dress or a requirement
(such as safety or uniform) for the workplace. Please discuss with employer for details
relating to any personal protective wear, including protective clothing, boots, gloves, hats,
sun safety requirements etc

Special Transport Requirements

Close to public transport.