Forest Fire Management Officer

2 weeks ago


Ballarat, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

This position is responsible for delivering on District fire and emergency activities including staff rostering, incident control centre functionality, seasonal recruitment and the preparation of emergency preparedness documentation. This position leads a team of Fire Support Officers and works in close partnership with other agencies in the emergency management sector.
This position requires a person who can work in a fast paced and dynamic environment who has demonstrated planning, organising and communication skills. This position plays a key role in supporting the emergency preparedness team and external stakeholders to deliver on fire and emergency preparedness.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Successfully pass a DEECA fire-fighter medical and task-based assessment to the standard appropriate to the relevant fire role.
- Demonstrated experience in natural resource management, preferably with good knowledge of fire readiness and emergency management.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is the DEECA Ballarat Workcentre.
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, 7 May 2023.

**Other relevant information**:
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.



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