Forest & Fire Operations Lead (Technical)

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; Mildura; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Job sharing

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Mildura is seeking a motivated Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Technical Lead to oversee frontline forest management and bushfire prevention activities across public lands. You will lead operational crews, coordinate work programs and contribute to safer communities and healthier ecosystems.

You will apply specialist knowledge of forest operations, fire prevention and resource management, mentor staff, support emergency response,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in bushfire response or forest operations is highly desirable.
• Understanding of natural resource management and forest operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational tasks and fire prevention activities across Victoria's public lands.
• Coordinate field operations and mentor staff across work centres.
• Support emergency response and deliver planned burning programs.

Skills

Bushfire operations

Forest operations

Natural resource management

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Mildura is seeking a motivated Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Technical Lead to oversee frontline forest management and bushfire prevention activities across public lands. You will lead operational crews, coordinate work programs and contribute to safer communities and healthier ecosystems.

You will apply specialist knowledge of forest operations, fire prevention and resource management, mentor staff, support emergency response,