Natural Area Manager

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Ventia
Leading essential infrastructure services provider operating, maintaining and managing critical public and private assets.
Lead land management, ecology and safety programs for Defence bases in WA.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Contractor
East Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Field
Company Size
35,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Technical Services
Facility Management
Asset Management
Infrastructure Services
Maintenance Services
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Telecommunications
Defence
Education
Energy Networks & Renewables
Health
Industrial
Justice
Role
What you would be doing
data management
digital transformation
technical reporting
performance audits
land management
compliance
  • Program and Stakeholder Support: Support NAM program offices through visible leadership and technical guidance. Engage with Defence stakeholders to ensure service alignment and technical assurance.
  • Data and Digital Transformation: Maintain accurate estate data and support digital transformation initiatives.
  • Technical Expertise and Reporting: Provide expert technical guidance and produce high-quality environmental reports and management plans.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor performance through audits and compliance programs.
  • Drive land management strategies for our Defence Base Services contract in W
  • Compliance and Standards: Ensure timely and compliant delivery of contract outcomes across Land Management within WA. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with Defence data and defined contract standards .
  • Team Culture and Capability: Foster a positive team culture and support workforce capability development.
  • Planning and Delivery: Lead planning and delivery of land management activities, ensuring alignment with contract KPIs.
  • Strategic Contribution: Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Team Integration: Support the Base teams and work as a Team-of-Teams integrator and facilitator across the state and region.
What you bring
land management
whs
gis
independent
ecology
stakeholder engagement
  • Experience in land management within Defence or complex environments
  • Strong understanding of WHS legislation and compliance
  • Proficiency with GIS and estate data systems
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Tertiary qualifications in Natural Resource Management, Ecology, Environmental Science or similar
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Benefits
  • Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands.
  • Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • must obtain and maintain nv1 defence security clearance and undergo australian federal police checks.
Company
Overview
2021 Listing
Stock Market Milestone
The company was listed on both ASX and NZX in November 2021.
5Billion AUD Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
Generates over AUD 5 billion in annual revenue with strong profitability.
2020 Acquisition
Business Expansion
Acquired Broadspectrum (formerly Transfield Services) in 2020.
400 Sites Operated
Infrastructure Network
Operates over 400 sites across Australia and New Zealand.
  • Fused decades of engineering and service expertise into a single powerhouse.
  • Delivers end-to-end infrastructure services—from design and maintenance to decommissioning.
  • Typical projects include keeping hospitals, schools, and transport systems running, as well as building telecommunications networks and remediating contaminated land.
  • Specializes in defence, telecoms, transport, water and utilities, environmental works, and social infrastructure across public and private sectors.
  • Ensures 24/7 functionality of traffic, power, networks, and critical facilities.
Culture + Values
  • We put the safety and health of our people, our clients and our communities above all else.
  • Redefining Service Excellence through client focus, innovation and commitment to sustainability.
  • We seek to improve every day to deliver successful outcomes.
  • We simplify complexity, provide clarity and develop logical solutions.
  • We value strength and dependability, creativity and sustainable impact.
Environment + Sustainability
1.5 °C Limit
Paris Agreement Target
Committed to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 °C as per the Paris Agreement and UN SDG 13.
Halve Emissions by 2030
Science Based Targets Initiative
Aims to reduce global emissions by 50% by 2030 through the Science Based Targets initiative.
  • Signatory to SBTi
  • Net-zero target aligned with SBTi and Business Ambition
  • Pathway to net-zero with progress in GHG and energy data
  • Strategy focused on environment, social, and governance
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 20 Countries
Global Representation
Western Roads Upgrade team includes representatives from over 20 countries, showcasing global diversity in the workforce.
  • Workforce reflects diversity in background, age, gender, skills, experience and thought.
  • Zero‑tolerance approach to bullying, violence, discrimination and harassment.
  • Sustainability Council progressing workplace gender equality and equal rewards, resources and opportunities regardless of gender.
  • Independent Indigenous Advisory Board and Reconciliation Action Plan supporting Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori employment.
  • Cultural‑diversity activities (Harmony Week, Culture Club, food tastings) embedded year‑round.
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