Provenance, Seed Collection & Seed Bank Manager

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Position Overview

The Provenance, Seed Collection and Seed Bank Manager provides specialist knowledge and expertise in seed bank management, seed collection and provenance propagation. This leadership position oversees the propagation of seedlings ensuring provenance is maintained and well recorded for APACE WA clients. The role coordinates seed collection in the field ensuring compliance with Flora licences and seed processing, recording and reporting. This team propagates approximately 60,000 native seedlings annually, meeting contractual, accreditation and strategic requirements. This is pivotal in the attainment of our strategic goals to deliver specialised seed and propagation services, preserving the biodiversity of Southwest WA.
A high level of technical expertise and knowledge in horticulture, botany and/or conservation specifically related to WA native plants is required. The manager needs good organisational and time management skills to lead a small team in alignment with the APACE environmental and social values.

Please refer to the Position Description attached for a full indication of the requirements for this role.

SUMMARY

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Swan Regional Seed Bank & Seed Collection
• Coordinate Provenance Propagation and Supply
• Management and Supervision
• Public Relations and Promotion
• Participation in APACE WA Sustainability

Skills and experience

• Qualification in Horticulture, Botany or Conservation and Eco System Management, or relevant equivalency.
• In depth horticultural knowledge of the flora and propagation of WA native plants and trees, in particular the Swan Coastal Plain and Darling Scarp.
• Expert current practical knowledge of best practice native seed collection, processing & storage techniques.
• Experience locating suitable plants/remnants to collect from.
• In depth knowledge of the nursery & revegetation industry.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, custom databases and GIS software.
• Manual driver’s licence.
• Current First Aid Certificate.

About us

APACE WA acknowledges and respects the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, and pays our respects to the Elders, past and present.

APACE WA is a community organisation with a vision for a greener planet and connected world. Our purpose is to advance environmental sustainability & amplify social cohesion. The 2024-2030 Strategic Plan is exemplified by innovation, diversification, and growth. Incorporated in 1985, we began as a small group of local residents and researchers concerned about local engagement, the environment, and appropriate technology. Four decades later, we have become a renowned and respected non-government organisation.