Fire Planning Officer

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action; Makkah Region; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading department seeks a Fire Planning Officer to support the Joint Fuel Management Program, focusing on strategic fuel management activities. The role includes planning, engaging with local stakeholders, and adapting practices to reflect community needs. This ongoing position offers flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in applying planning processes for programs and/or projects.
• Capability in using programs like Jira and Arc GIS.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the Joint Fuel Management Program.
• Engage with Districts, Traditional Owners, and stakeholders on program design.

Skills

Planning processes

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Jira

Arc GIS

Job description

The Fire Planning Officer will support the development of the Joint Fuel Management Program (JFMP), including planned burning, mechanical fuel treatment, and Strategic Fuel Breaks (SFB) maintenance activities. The Fire Planning Officer will undertake planning to identify and align fuel management works with strategic intent and direction, including risk reduction outcomes.

This role will engage with Districts, Traditional Owners, and other stakeholders on the development and design of the JFMP, adapting to reflect local needs and objectives within operational plans, including the inclusion of cultural burning as a key priority for the region.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Proven experience in applying planning processes for programs and/or projects (on public land, desirable)
• Capability and understanding of programs such as Jira and Arc GIS are desirable.

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

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.

For further information, please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 9 July 2025.

Other Relevant Information

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police 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.

A Diverse, Inclusive, and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part-time, job sharing, or accessing paid or unpaid leave.