Job Description Location: North West Region | Bendigo
Job type: Full time / June 2026
Organisation: Parks Victoria
Salary: $88,433 - $94,977
Occupation: Projects
Reference: VG/12485
Seeking a passionate conservation Project Officer to support the delivery of restoration projects of important wetlands in Northern Victoria.
Build your ecological and land management expertise Involves fieldwork and contact with field specialists Support protection of cultural heritage About the role As the Project Officer, you will support the delivery of projects in Northern Victoria focusing on the Gunbower National Park and Kerang Wetlands. The Ramsar wetlands are home to critically endangered species such as the Australasian Bittern. Parks Victoria are working with conservation organisations such as the North Central Catchment Management Authority to implement actions that deliver measurable habitat improvements.
The role is responsible for the delivery of land management activities with the objective to address threats to habitat quality. This includes pest animal control (particularly rabbits), weed control, and revegetation to achieve measurable gains in Parks Victoria reserves.
The position contributes to engagement with key partners including state agencies and indigenous groups as well as participating in the planning and development of conservation approaches. The role will include supporting cultural heritage protection activities and traditional owner engagement.
We're looking for someone with: Background in conservation and/or reserve management. Experience in project management. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with stakeholders. Your application will need to include: A current Resume A cover letter Application Closing date : Sunday, 29 December 2024
About Parks Victoria Parks Victoria's vision is to be a world-class parks service, ensuring healthy parks for healthy people. It is a statutory authority with responsibility for managing an expanding and diverse estate covering more than 4 million hectares, or about 17 percent, of Victoria.
Sound like you? If this sounds like you, and you would like to help deliver our biodiversity projects, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, call Chris Cook on 0408 388 141 or apply online!
Organisational Commitments Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees must undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.
Parks Victoria recognises that diversity and inclusion are everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age, or gender, that brings out our best, values everyone's contribution, and works within a flexible working environment, ultimately reflecting the community we serve.
Only people with Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or a non-citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights may apply for this position.
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