Forest & Fire Ops Lead - Technical & Field Expert

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Bendigo, Shire of Macedon Ranges; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in Victoria is seeking a Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Technical Lead to lead operational crews across state forests, national parks and public land. You will coordinate fire prevention activities and oversee planned burning programs.

This role combines leadership with field operations and environmental stewardship, including mentoring staff and supporting emergency response.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Lead operational crews across state forests, national parks and public land.
• Coordinate fire prevention activities and oversee planned burning programs.
• Mentor staff and support emergency response; ensure safe delivery of management programs.
• Align work programs with strategic departmental goals and contribute to environmental outcomes.

Connaissances

leadership

coordination

bushfire response

forest operations

Description du poste

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in Victoria is seeking a Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Technical Lead to lead operational crews across state forests, national parks and public land. You will coordinate fire prevention activities and oversee planned burning programs.

This role combines leadership with field operations and environmental stewardship, including mentoring staff and supporting emergency response.