Forest and Fire Operations Lead — Field & Tech Mentor

Bushfire and Forest Services - DEECA; Corryong; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid work

Job summary

Bushfire and Forest Services - DEECA in Corryong, VIC, seeks a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead to coordinate forest, fire and land management activities on public land. You will plan, lead field crews and provide technical guidance to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role involves collaboration with staff across the region, mentoring teams, and contributing to emergency response when needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience working in bushfire response or forest operations is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience and understanding in natural resource management, preferably with good knowledge of forest management and forest operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead field-based work and coordinate forest, fire and land management activities.
• Plan, organise and deliver operational programs with field crews and supervisors.
• Mentor staff, contribute to work planning and maintain operational records.
• Support bushfire response and recovery operations to protect communities and the environment.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and safety outcomes in the field.

Education

Forest operations knowledge

Natural resource management

Job description

Bushfire and Forest Services - DEECA in Corryong, VIC, seeks a Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead to coordinate forest, fire and land management activities on public land. You will plan, lead field crews and provide technical guidance to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role involves collaboration with staff across the region, mentoring teams, and contributing to emergency response when needed.