Vegetation Management Support Officer

4 months ago


Bendigo, Australia Country Fire Authority Full time

Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?
We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.
Want to read more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA) click here.
About the Role
The Vegetation Management Program aims to reduce bushfire risk by managing vegetation and enhancing fire prevention knowledge. CFA members conduct planned burns on private and public lands, varying by workforce availability and skill. The Vegetation Management Support Officer acts as a liaison between CFA, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic), municipalities and other agencies to coordinate resources, approvals and other administrative tasks related to burn planning. This role collaborates with the District Vegetation Management Officer and assists in regional service delivery, including VMO related tasks when required.
**More specifically the duties involved include**:

- Support the District Vegetation Management Officer (VMO) in achieving fuel management goals by coordinating resources for planned burns.
- Communicate and collaborate with CFA staff, brigades and the Vegetation Management Officer for planned burning activities.
- Liaise with FFMVic to facilitate resource allocation for mutual goals, maintaining communication and expectations.
- Support fuel management training by coordinating information collection with CFA and FFMVic Instructors.
- Promote CFA involvement in cross-tenure, strategic roadside and community-led planned burning with a risk-based approach.
- Collect and maintain reporting data for planned burning and other treatment works in the region.
- Assist with relevant reporting tasks as needed by the Vegetation Management Coordinator.

About You
- Able to develop a sound understanding of Planned Burning resource requirements
- Able to plan and coordinate the movement of resources on time to correct destination, using knowledge of District Brigade networks, membership and travel times.
- Skilled in compiling information required for the development of Burn Plans and assisting the District Vegetation Management Officer in the performance of their duties.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and ability to show strong attention to detail.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to forge and maintain productive inter-agency relationships.
- Working knowledge of IT Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word and the ability to maintain database programs.

Why choose CFA
- Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
- Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
- Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
- Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
- Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
- Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
- Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Your Application
Pre-employment Checks
- Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
**Applications close**: 11:59pm 12 September 2024.



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