Environment Project Officer

Victorian Government; Shire of East Gippsland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking an Environment Project Officer to join the Gippsland Region, based at Tidal River, on a fixed-term basis until 30 September 2028. Working with the Restoration Ecologist, you will provide operational and project support for funded initiatives that protect and enhance the natural values of the area.

You will help ensure conservation projects are delivered within project plans, budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental science, conservation, land management, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting the delivery of conservation or natural resource management programs.
• Practical knowledge of pest plant and animal management, threatened species management, ecological processes, and fire ecology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-ground programs and monitor progress against project plans.
• Work with Traditional Owners, researchers and partners to achieve outcomes.
• Coordinate and monitor contractors and service providers, and support reporting and evaluation.
• Contribute to regional planning and adaptive environmental management.
• Support compliance with funding and contractual requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental science knowledge

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Help deliver practical conservation projects that protect biodiversity and strengthen ecosystem resilience across the Gippsland Region. Coordinate on-ground programs and work with Traditional Owners, researchers and partners to achieve positive environmental outcomes.

• Be part of a team delivering the world-class Prom Sanctuary conservation program, delivering key environmental programs to improve the natural values of this iconic National Park
• Contribute to planning, implementation and monitoring of best-practice conservation programs
• Work collaboratively with Traditional Owners, Researchers, and technical specialists to innovate and implement adaptive environmental management techniques
• See our Careers Page for more information what we can offer

About the role

Parks Victoria is seeking an Environment Project Officer to join the Gippsland Region, based at Tidal River, on a fixed-term basis until 30 September 2028.

Working closely with the Restoration Ecologist, you will provide operational and project support for funded initiatives that protect and enhance the natural values of the area. You will help ensure conservation projects are effectively delivered within established project plans, budgets and timelines.

This is a varied and practical role where you will contribute to on-ground conservation programs spanning pest plant and animal management, threatened species protection, ecological process management, fire ecology, and wetland and environmental water management.

You will assist with coordinating and monitoring contractors and service providers, contribute to project reporting and evaluation, and support compliance with funding and contractual requirements. You will also contribute practical knowledge to regional planning and identify opportunities to continuously improve conservation program delivery.

Working collaboratively across Parks Victoria and with Traditional Owners, government agencies, research organisations and community groups, you will contribute to integrated conservation outcomes that protect biodiversity and strengthen ecosystem resilience.

About the Team

The Operations and Delivery Division leads Parks Victoria's on-ground park management operations, including joint management partnerships with Traditional Owners, construction and maintenance of visitor infrastructure and assets, community engagement and education activities, compliance and enforcement operations, conservation programs and commercial facility management. We value innovation, collaboration, and end-to-end accountability for the in-ground management of Victoria's parks and reserves.

We're looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental science, conservation, land management, or a related discipline are desirable.
• Experience supporting the delivery of conservation or natural resource management programs within operational or multi-stakeholder environments.
• Practical knowledge of conservation program delivery, including pest plant and animal management, threatened species management, ecological processes, and fire ecology.

Application Close date: Sunday 8th of November

Sound like you?

We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

Applications close Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11.59pm