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Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Assessor

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Glenelg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Are you a skilled and passionate leader with a strong background in forest and fire management? The Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Assessor is a leading field operational role responsible for undertaking field-based assessments and work site feasability checks, providing on-site supervision of operational contractors, and contributing operational input to support district planning and delivery of forest and fire management works. At times the role is required to lead other field staff to facilitate safe and effective field work and will be expected to engage across both the District Tactical Planning and Operations teams to coordinate this.At the direction of the District Operations Manager, the role will at times be deployed to the delivery of regular field-based duties in order to support operational crews, and to maintain technical skills and knowledge required to be effective in the role.Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment)Specialist / Technical Expertise / Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience delivering and assisting with the planning of works for the implementation of Forest and Fire Operations Division responsibilities and standards for forest management, road management, fuel management & emergency preparedness and response programs.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering field operations as part of works program implementation of Forest and Fire Operations Division works delivery, supervision of other staff and stakeholder interaction.This position is ongoing, available in the regional location of Far South West district, Victoria.You'll have the chance to explore and protect stunning landscapes whilst earning a competitive salary ranging from $75,361 to $82,298 per annum, plus superannuation.Your salary will reflect your skills and experience, rewarding your commitment to our mission.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 06 March 2025.Other relevant information : Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector are encouraged to apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a National Police 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. 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.

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