Manager Fire Risk and Applied Science

Department-of-Energy,-Environment-and-Climate-Action; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in Victoria is seeking a Manager, Fire Risk and Applied Science to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering fire science, analytics and data-driven solutions for policy and operations. The role supports Victoria’s risk-informed, climate adaptation strategy and statewide risk assessment initiatives.

The position is ongoing with flexible work arrangements across Victoria, including hybrid options.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver modelling, analytics and data science products in a complex environment.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of modern fire and/or land management principles and best practice methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team applying fire science, data analytics, modelling, machine learning and emerging technologies to policy, planning and operational challenges.
• Translate contemporary science and operational knowledge into practical statewide solutions for Victoria, strengthening preparedness and response.

Skills

Team leadership

Fire/land management

Education

Tertiary qualification in natural resources/environmental fields

Job description

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Location not specified

Reference: 2495

Join Bushfire Forest Services as the Manager, Fire Risk and Applied Science, and help shape the future of bushfire management in Victoria. This influential leadership role places you at the forefront of Victoria’s world-leading, evidence-based approach to bushfire risk management and climate adaptation. You will lead a multidisciplinary team applying fire science, data analytics, modelling, machine learning and emerging technologies to complex policy, planning and operational challenges. Your work will generate actionable insights that strengthen strategic investment, improve preparedness and support safer communities, resilient landscapes and effective emergency response, while translating contemporary science and operational knowledge into practical statewide solutions for Victoria.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in natural resource management, environmental science, computer science, data science, statistics or a related quantitative discipline is required.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver modelling, analytics and data science products in a complex operational or policy environment is desirable.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of modern fire and/or land management principles and best practice methodologies is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 04 November 2026.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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 .

Applications close Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 11.59pm