Field Officer Grade 3-4 Ebmp

**Field Officer Enhanced Bushfire Management Program Grade 3-4**:

- **Ongoing full-time opportunity**:

- **Based in Lake Munmorah**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $70,560.00 to $75,147.00 + super**

**_ Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
**_Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage._**

**About the role**

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a unique opportunity for a Field Officer Grade 3-4 to work as part of the Enhanced Bushfire and Management Program (EBMP) field team, the role is primarily involved in bushfire fuel reduction activities, by both mechanical means and prescribed fire and, during periods of high bushfire activity, may be required to participate in bushfire suppression or other bushfire response functions. The role also participates in advanced firefighting duties. Undertakes maintenance and improvements to park infrastructure (facilities and grounds) including buildings, roads, fire trails and fencing in accordance with EBMP Programs and facilitates visitor relations and law enforcement activities.

**About You**

Your passion for your community and environment, coupled with a strong attention to detail and safety will be key to your success in this role. You'll be a strong decision-maker with the ability to lead operations at times and solve problems in the field. You’ll enjoy working as part of a team and be able to work alone or with mínimal supervision. Your fitness and enthusiasm will enable you to thrive and succeed in this diverse and dynamic role.

**Essential Requirements**
- Demonstrated ability and experience to carry out all duties safely and ability to obtain relevant SafeWork NSW certification to appropriately operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment, including but not limited to conditionally registered vehicles, watercraft, lifting apparatus and road maintenance plant as well as the ability and willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate.
- Certification, or ability to obtain certification within the probationary period (up to 12 months) in operating a chainsaw to crosscut and basic tree felling standard; ability to operate two-way radio.
- Ability to carry out frontline firefighting duties and support roles including ability to obtain and maintain certification as a crew member or higher, within the probationary period (up to 12 months), and a willingness to fly in light aircraft.
- Field Officer applicants must meet the requirements of a firefighting medical which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake frontline firefighting roles. The applicant must pass the task based fitness assessment to a moderate level within the probationary period (up to 12 months) and annually thereafter._

For more information read the full Role Description**:Field Officer Grade 3-4**

**Who we are**

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

**What we can offer you**

**NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service**is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Flexible rostering with shorter working weeks and longer working days
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

**What we do**

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

Visit a park
- The Hunter Central Coast Branch manages 136 parks and reserves that are home to unique plants and animals, such as the threatened Gould's petrel. Our parks and reserves include significant sites such as the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area and the Aboriginal-owned Worimi Conservation Lands._
- Over 8.3 million people annually visit the national parks of this region. We manage over 40 campgrounds and maintain more than 3,100 km of roads and trails. Highlight projects include the $6.7 million Tomaree Coastal Walk in Port Stephens._

**To Apply**

**Applications close: Tuesday 29**th** July 2025 at 11:55PM.**
- A recruitment pool _will_ _be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months._

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and