Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Cultural Operations (Murrindindi District) Job posted: 19/12/2024
Location: North East Region | Murrindindi
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Occupation: Land Management
Reference: VG/50965461
Closes: 31/01/2025
Classification: FS4
Salary Range: $75,361 - $82,298
Work location: North East Region | Murrindindi
Are you passionate about protecting cultural heritage whilst managing forest and fire operations? The Senior Forest and Fire Operations Officer - Cultural Operations is a skilled field-based role that will contribute to district-wide field operations delivery and works planning. This position will undertake Aboriginal heritage value assessment and protection as required, working closely with district and regional teams to assist with fuel management and forest management programs.
This role includes the identification, assessment, and protection of cultural heritage sites and values for operational activities in State Forest and National Parks. Responsibilities include:
Supervision of contractors and delivery of site assessments. Ensuring program delivery standards across locations. Providing progress reporting and supporting field marking to protect cultural heritage values and assets. Maintaining protection standards and supervising field staff, heavy plant operations, and contractors. At the direction of the District Operations Manager, this role may involve regular field-based duties to support operational crews and maintain technical skills and knowledge.
This position will also contribute to the recruitment, development, and support of Aboriginal field staff, participate in cultural heritage programs, and engage with external partner groups, including First Peoples and Traditional Owner communities.
Minimum Requirements: 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 cultural heritage values and works planning for forest management, road management, fuel management, and emergency preparedness and response. Demonstrated experience in field-based identification, protection, and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage values in forest and fire management activities. This position is ongoing and location is flexible within the Murrindindi District. To be considered, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarizing their skills and relevant experience. Applications close at midnight on Friday, 31 January 2025.
Preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and must meet medical and fitness requirements outlined in the position description.
Successful applicants must complete the DEECA General Firefighter accreditation.
To be eligible for this role, applicants must 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 diverse backgrounds and focuses on the essential job requirements. We understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about flexible options such as working from home, part-time, job sharing, or accessing paid/unpaid leave.
This position is classified as an "identified position" aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People, requiring in-depth knowledge of Aboriginal culture and communication with Aboriginal communities. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment, where individuals feel valued and can celebrate their culture.
For further information, please refer to the attached position description.
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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