Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine location, size and type of area to be managed
- Map location confirming property ownership and boundaries
- Obtain lists of native animal and plant species specific to area
- Determine features, characteristics and topography of site
- Source and confirm accuracy of vegetation structure and conservation value data
- Obtain details of the presence of and threats from pests
- Assess ecological value of natural areas on property
- Compile documented evidence of physical impacts on area
- Prepare management plan
- Identify budgetary constraints for management plan
- Design boundary control appropriate to natural area protection guidelines
- Plan restoration and maintenance strategies in line with budget requirements
- Reduce or correct physical impacts using industry endorsed strategies
- Liaise with planning and specialist personnel and local authorities
- Develop habitat enhancement strategies
- Develop strategies to integrate management of natural areas into land use and production systems of property
- Incorporate biosecurity, environmental sustainability and work health and safety procedures into management plan
- Confirm management plan complies with relevant national, State, Territory and local legislation or regulations relating to environmental concerns
- Prepare and present management plan
- Implement management strategies
- Develop work schedules consistent with production requirements
- Coordinate people, materials and equipment to carry out work according to management strategy
- Schedule works in conjunction with operational personnel, taking seasonal weather conditions into consideration
- Obtain permits or licenses for natural area works
- Consult with neighbours, local authorities and others, as required, during the implementation of the works
- Communicate with staff, clients and contractors regularly during implementation of the works