Job Description
Location: North East Region | Towong
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Salary: $64,966 - $72,745
Occupation: Land Management
Reference: VG/50925637FF
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) employs Forest and Fire Operations Officers (FFOOs) to deliver forest management activities in Victoria's State forests and fire management activities in Victoria's national parks, State forests and protected public land.
FFOO - Technical Leads operate within workcentres and are responsible for implementing a wide range of operational tasks and fire prevention activities. The main purpose of this role is to manage work groups, and are involved in planning, directing and coordinating a broad range of activities to ensure ongoing effectiveness and output of the workcentre.
This position has a strong focus on emergency response and may involve being deployed across the state for periods up to 7-days, for both emergency response and planned burning activities. These activities require a high level of fitness, as the work environment can be steep and remote from vehicles.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience working in bushfire response or forest operations is desirable.
- Demonstrated experience and understanding in natural resource management, preferably with good knowledge of forest management and forest operations.
Applicants must hold a current manual Drivers Licence (conditions A, I & V not acceptable for employment).
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 months. The work location for this position is Tallangatta – Upper Murray.
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 Sunday, 28 May 2023.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check and meet the medical and fitness requirements outlined in the position description. Recruitment is subject to the prospective employee confirming their vaccination status as up to date (3 doses) or providing evidence that they are medically exempt.
Successful applicants will be required to successfully complete the DELWP 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. 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.
