Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Technical Lead - (Macedon)

State Government of Victoria, Australia; Macedon; Hybrid; AUD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work

Flexible working hours

Zusammenfassung

DEECA is seeking a Forest and Fire Operations Officer (FFOO) – Technical Lead to support forest management, bushfire preparedness, and public land operations across Central Victoria. Lead crews, influence programs, and deliver meaningful environmental outcomes in a dynamic, field-driven role.

The role offers flexibility with hybrid working arrangements and opportunities to contribute to critical fire prevention and land management initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in bushfire response or forest operations.
• Understanding of natural resource management with forest knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Lead operational crews across forest management and bushfire preparedness.
• Influence work programs and drive safety and compliance.
• Contribute to environmental outcomes on public land in Central Victoria.

Kenntnisse

Bushfire response

Forest operations

Natural resource management

Jobbeschreibung

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Loddon Mallee - Macedon Ranges

Reference: 2425

Are you ready to take your forest management and fire prevention career to the next level?

Join our highly regarded Forest and Fire Operations team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer (FFOO) – Technical Lead.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, close-knit and highly sought-after team that plays a critical role in delivering forest management, bushfire preparedness and public land operations across Central Victoria. Working alongside experienced and passionate professionals, you'll have the opportunity to lead operational crews, influence work programs and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your leadership can shine, and no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).

Specialist/Technical Expertise/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.

This position is ongoing, available in the regional location of Macedon, Victoria.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description , including the mandatory requirements.

Other relevant information

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and meet the medical and fitness requirements outlined in the position description.

Successful applicants will be required to successfully complete the DEECA General Firefighter accreditation.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [e-mail] .

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us .