Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Field Team Leader (Orbost) Job posted: 10/01/2025
Job type: Full time / until 21 October 2025
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Occupation: Land Management
Reference: VG/50925481JAN
Closes: 23/01/2025
Classification: FS3
Salary Range: $66,265 - $74,200
Work location: Gippsland | East Gippsland
Are you ready to make a real impact on forest management, fire prevention and emergency response?
Join our elite team as a Forest and Fire Operations Officer – Field Team Leader!
In this role, you'll lead work groups, coordinate operations, and ensure the ongoing effectiveness of our workcentres.
You will be at the forefront of forest management and fire prevention activities across Victoria's state forests, national parks, and protected public land.
Responsibilities include:
Leading field work delivery teams.
Planning, directing, and coordinating a wide range of activities related to natural resource management.
Contributing to emergency response and planned burning operations.
Minimum Requirements:
Current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).
Demonstrated experience in leading field work delivery teams.
Understanding of natural resource management, preferably with knowledge of forest management/forest operations.
Ability to achieve accreditation and maintain competencies in Crew Leader/Operations Officer Level 1.
This position is fixed term until 21 October 2025, available in Orbost, Victoria.
You will earn a competitive salary ranging from $66,265 to $74,200 per annum, plus superannuation.
To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarizing your skills and relevant experience.
Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 23 January 2025.
Preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and must meet medical and fitness requirements.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action job application system.
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