Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Training (Ovens)

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is seeking a Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Training in regional Victoria. You will lead planning, coordination and delivery of training to build technical and operational capability for DEECA staff in forest and fire operations and emergency response.

You’ll mentor teams, coordinate large programs, and support field-based skill development while maintaining safety and quality standards across programs and incidents.

Qualifications

• Experience in Forest and Fire Operations training delivery and program coordination.
• Current accreditation toward Cert IV Training and Assessment (TAE40122) and experience in competency assessment.
• Experience planning, coordinating and delivering training for field-based or technical roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver training programs for DEECA staff and partners.
• Coach and mentor personnel to build capability in forest, fire, and emergency management.
• Contribute to emergency response readiness and capability building across regions.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Training delivery

Safety standards

Clear communication

Education

Certificate IV Training and Assessment (TAE40122)

Progress towards TAE40122

Job description

Do you want to build the skills and confidence that help people work safely and effectively in Victoria’s forests and when responding to emergencies? As a Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Training, you’ll lead the planning, coordination and delivery of activities to build and maintain technical and operational capability for DEECA staff. You’ll help people gain the practical skills, experience and confidence they need to safely and effectively work in the field when undertaking forest and fuel management activities or emergency response. This is a role that will see you contributing to all aspects of DEECA's emergency management capability. You may find yourself coordinating delivery of large training programs one-week, coaching personnel in technical or operational skills the next, or assisting with the response to emergencies and fuel management. No matter the task, your work will make an important contribution to building and maintaining DEECA's emergency management capability. You’ll join the Regional Bushfire and Emergency Management team within Forest and Fire Operations. The team works together to build the capability, readiness and relationships needed to respond effectively to bushfires and other emergencies on public land.

We’re looking for someone with practical forest and fire operations experience, a demonstrated ability to build capability through formal and informal programs, and a supportive approach to coaching and mentoring others. You’ll be confident working independently, coordinating programs, communicating clearly and maintaining high standards for safety and training delivery. A Certificate IV Training and Assessment (40122) or equivalent, or substantial progress towards, will be highly regarded.

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

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of Forest and Fire Operations Division responsibilities and delivery of programs including forest management, road management, fuel management & emergency preparedness and response.
• Current accreditation (or substantial progress towards) Cert IV Training and Assessment (TAE40122) including demonstrated compliance with documentation requirements and experience in training and delivery of competency assessment for field based or technical skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, coordination and delivery of training relating to technical and operational roles and skills.

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

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