Bushfire Mitigation Specialist
3 days ago
About the Role
The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services is seeking an experienced Bushfire Mitigation Officer to join our team as a Bushfire Mitigation Specialist - First Nations Community Liaison.
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing bushfire mitigation strategies that focus on enhancing Indigenous governance systems for fire and biodiversity.
Main Responsibilities
- Utilise Indigenous traditional fire management and/or traditional burning practices to enhance Indigenous governance systems for fire and biodiversity.
- Lead community education in bushfire prevention and preparedness, including collaboration with brigade initiatives and community events, ensuring activities are tailored to Community needs.
- Develop and implement initiatives and partnerships to support Indigenous communities and groups to develop, enhance, maintain, and apply cultural fire knowledge and practices.
- Support the coordination and delivery of bushfire mitigation activities by Traditional Owners, rangers, brigades and partners across the District.
- Contribute to the development of plans and strategies to reduce bushfire risk across the District, with a particular focus on risk in First Nations country.
- Manage the Fire Warden network and Permit to Light Fire system across the District, including advice to landowners in relation to legislation affecting vegetation management and education on permit breaches.
- Assist with conducting of fire investigations and issuing enforcement notices for unplanned burns; lead the identification of patterns of non-compliance and suspicious fire activities.
Requirements
- Mandatory requirements include meeting the attributes of the generic RFSO2 role description and providing a letter of provenance to confirm Aboriginality/ or Torres Strait Islander descent.
- A strong background in Indigenous traditional fire management and/or traditional burning practices, and experience working with volunteers and/or within a volunteer organisation is highly desirable.
About Us
We are a dynamic organisation committed to delivering exceptional services to the people of Queensland. Our values include respect, integrity, courage, teamwork, accountability and innovation.
Working with Us
As a Bushfire Mitigation Specialist - First Nations Community Liaison, you will work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds to achieve shared goals and objectives. You will have opportunities to develop your skills and expertise through training and professional development programs.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary package including superannuation and annual leave.
- An opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Queenslanders.
- A chance to work with a talented and dedicated team.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Salary Range: $85,009.89 - $93,296.90 per annum, depending on experience.
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