Field Operations Lead - Forest Management & Fire Response

Department-of-Energy,-Environment-and-Climate-Action; Colac; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action seeks a Field Operations Supervisor based in Anglesea WorkCentre to lead a diverse team in outdoor settings and regional projects.

You will oversee works programs, coordinate with planning and operations staff across the Otway District and Barwon South West Region, and ensure safety and compliance in forestry activities.

The role requires experience in staff management and forest firefighting techniques; applications close 5 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing works programs including staff management.
• Knowledge of forest firefighting techniques and emergency response systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team at the Anglesea WorkCentre and across Otway District.
• Coordinate operations and planning with field staff in the region.

Skills

Staff management

Forest firefighting techniques

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action seeks a Field Operations Supervisor based in Anglesea WorkCentre to lead a diverse team in outdoor settings and regional projects.

You will oversee works programs, coordinate with planning and operations staff across the Otway District and Barwon South West Region, and ensure safety and compliance in forestry activities.

The role requires experience in staff management and forest firefighting techniques; applications close 5 November 2026.